Journey information
Overview: Cairo to Istanbul flight
Flights from Cairo to Istanbul depart on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £70 if you book in advance.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 1235 km distance in 1h 15m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1235 km |
Average flight duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Flights per day 23 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel November |
First flight 00:10 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Cairo to Istanbul
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£211
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
1235 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cairo to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cairo to Istanbul will cost around £211 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £77.
Of the 5 flights that leave Cairo for Istanbul every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1235 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 12 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Live departures
Cairo to Istanbul flight times
The table below shows live departures for Cairo to Istanbul flights for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:55 Cairo | 13h55 | 06:50 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
![]() | 00:35 Cairo | 2h25 | 03:00 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 00:45 Cairo | 7h05 | 07:50 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 01:30 Cairo | 2h10 | 03:40 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Cairo to Istanbul flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cairo to Istanbul by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cairo and Istanbul
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops located in terminals, including Duty-Free and local souvenir shops.
- Parking available, located near terminals, approximately 0.95€ ($1) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including EgyptAir and First Class Lounges.
- Located in each terminal.
- Bus: 111, 381
- Metro: NA
- Train: NA
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for two hours.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including duty-free shops and brands like Hugo Boss and Victoria's Secret.
- Parking available with options for short-term and long-term parking, approximately 0.73€ (21 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Turkish Airlines Lounge, offering food, drinks, and relaxation areas.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- H-2
- IST-1
- IST-2
- IST-3
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops located in duty-free area, including D&R and Turkish Delight.
- Parking available, located near terminal, approximately 0.18€ (5 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including ISG Lounge with food and shower facilities.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Buses: E10, E11, SG-2
- Metro: M4
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