On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Istanbul to Cairo. Flights on this 1,233 km route are operated regularly, with a frequency of about 59 flights per week.
Carriers such as Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and EgyptAir offer their services on this route. Ticket prices are constantly changing, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to find the best deals. We also suggest checking how to get to Istanbul airport and arrange a transfer from Cairo airport in advance.
The table shows direct flights Istanbul → Cairo on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Egyptair, AJet and Nile Air. Departures from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport airports, arrivals at Cairo International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Istanbul — Cairo by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 309 in J, and the most expensive are around AED 798 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Istanbul → Cairo, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 956 | high | May | AED 906 | medium | Sep | AED 855 | medium |
| Feb | AED 855 | medium | Jun | AED 755 | low | Oct | AED 981 | high |
| Mar | AED 956 | high | Jul | AED 755 | low | Nov | AED 906 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,006 | high | Aug | AED 780 | low | Dec | AED 1,006 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate at the destination is characterized by hot summers with a temperature peak in July (up to 37.1°C) and mild winters, with an average minimum of 9.1°C in January. Precipitation is extremely rare, mainly in March, so weather seldom affects flight regularity.
The lowest flight cost is recorded in November, starting AED 309. Prices peak in May, when fares increase to AED 798, so consider the winter months or early spring to save money.
The best time to travel in terms of the balance between price and comfortable temperature is October and November. During this period, the heat subsides, and ticket prices remain some of the most affordable of the year.
There are 15 airlines operating on this route, with Turkish Airlines, EgyptAir, and Pegasus Airlines leading in terms of flight frequency. With a high volume of departures (around 59 flights per week), passengers can choose between direct flights and connecting options. You can find a detailed schedule for specific days of the week and aircraft types in the interactive list below.
Flights Istanbul — Cairo depart from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and arrive at Cairo International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 1,233 km; a direct flight usually takes about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Regular service is provided by Turkish Airlines, EgyptAir, Pegasus Airlines, and several other international carriers.
Yes, there are many direct flights available on this route, departing daily from various airports in the Turkish metropolis.
All scheduled flights from Istanbul arrive at Cairo International Airport (CAI).
The lowest prices are typically available 1.5–2 months before the trip. To find the best deal, use the price trend chart on this page.
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