The price of a flight from Tehran to Cairo changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 14 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $571. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.
This page presents the latest flight deals for the Tehran — Cairo route. Please note that there are no direct flights, and the 1,979 km journey is operated with a layover, most commonly via Istanbul.
Ticket prices change constantly, so we recommend using the low-price calendar. For logistics planning, check the information on how to get to the airport of departure and the best way to leave the airport upon arrival.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Tehran — Cairo by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. 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.
Tehran → Cairo, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $338 | high | May | $313 | medium | Sep | $275 | low |
| Feb | $288 | low | Jun | $300 | medium | Oct | $338 | high |
| Mar | $350 | high | Jul | $288 | low | Nov | $350 | high |
| Apr | $363 | high | Aug | $300 | medium | Dec | $313 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Cairo is characterized by hot summers and moderately warm winters. The hottest month is July, when temperatures reach 37.1°C, and the coolest is January, with an average low of 9.1°C.
Due to the lack of fixed data on minimum prices for the upcoming year, we recommend monitoring prices in real time. The cost of tickets for flights from Tehran with a layover depends on airline policies and flight occupancy.
In terms of weather conditions, November and March are considered the most comfortable times for a trip. The summer period from June to August is marked by high temperatures and almost no precipitation.
Flights on the Tehran — Cairo route are operated by several international carriers with layovers at transit airports. There are currently no direct flights between the cities, so travel is primarily conducted via Istanbul. You can view the detailed schedule and a list of available options in the section below.
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Find ticketsFlights Tehran — Cairo depart from Mehrabad International Airport and Imam Khomeini 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.
Since there are no direct flights, the total travel time depends on the layover at the transit airport and usually ranges from 8 to 14 hours.
There are currently no non-stop flights between these cities. Air service is maintained through connecting hubs, most commonly via Istanbul.
Flights arrive at Cairo International Airport (CAI), which is the primary aviation hub of Egypt.
To find the lowest fares, it is recommended to book tickets 1.5–2 months before your planned departure date and monitor price trends on this page.
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