Journey information
Overview: Istanbul to Cairo flight
Flights from Istanbul to Cairo depart on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £79 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 2h 5m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1235 km |
Average flight duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Flights per day 23 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 2h 5m |
Cheapest month to travel December |
First flight 00:10 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Istanbul to Cairo
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£139
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
1235 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Istanbul to Cairo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Cairo will cost around £139 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £87.
Of the 5 flights that leave Istanbul for Cairo 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 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 13 h 20 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
Istanbul to Cairo flight times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Cairo flights for today, Monday 2 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:20 Istanbul | 14h10 | 05:30 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 Istanbul | 2h10 | 17:40 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:45 Istanbul | 26h10 | 22:55 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:55 Istanbul | 2h15 | 23:10 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Istanbul to Cairo flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Cairo 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 Cairo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular airports
Important Stations and Airports in Istanbul and Cairo
- 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
- 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
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