On this page, you can find and book flights from Cairo to Istanbul. The 1,233 km flight connects the capital of Egypt with Turkey's largest aviation hub, with approximately 73 weekly flights operated on the route.
Airlines such as Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and EgyptAir operate these flights. Ticket prices are subject to seasonal fluctuations, so we recommend using the built-in low-fare calendar and price dynamics chart to choose the optimal date.
The table shows direct flights Cairo → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Egyptair, AJet and Nile Air. Departures from Cairo International Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen 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 Cairo — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 294 in J, and the most expensive are around AED 620 in r. 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.
Cairo → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 466 | medium | May | AED 466 | medium | Sep | AED 512 | medium |
| Feb | AED 419 | low | Jun | AED 582 | high | Oct | AED 536 | medium |
| Mar | AED 489 | medium | Jul | AED 410 | low | Nov | AED 428 | low |
| Apr | AED 559 | high | Aug | AED 605 | high | Dec | AED 512 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest time to plan your trip is August, when the average high reaches 28.8°C. The coolest and rainiest weather in Istanbul occurs in January and December, when temperatures stay around 9–10°C and rainfall exceeds 80 mm.
The lowest flight prices are recorded for June — tickets cost AED 287. The peak cost falls in April of next year, when fares start AED 612, which is nearly twice as high as the summer offers.
October appears to be the optimal choice for balancing weather and price: a comfortable 20°C and fares AED 309. It is recommended to avoid flying in April if your goal is to save on airfare.
More than ten air carriers operate on this route, with the main ones being Turkish Airlines, EgyptAir, and Pegasus Airlines. Most departures are direct flights, providing a quick connection with an overall intensity of about 73 flights per week. Click on the card of the airline you are interested in below to explore the detailed schedule and available flight options.
Flights Cairo — Istanbul depart from Cairo International Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers a distance of 1,233 km and usually takes about 2 hours 15 minutes, making this route one of the fastest ways to get from Egypt to Turkey.
Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, EgyptAir, and Pegasus Airlines. In total, more than 10 carriers are represented on the route, including international companies with layovers.
For citizens of the Russian Federation, a visa-free regime applies for tourist trips lasting up to 60 days, which significantly simplifies flight planning.
Most direct flights from Egypt arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST), which is the city's main hub with a developed infrastructure and metro connection.
Ticket prices are constantly changing; you can always track the current minimums and monthly price dynamics in the charts and calendar on this page.
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