Journey information
Overview: Istanbul to Cairo flight
Flights from Istanbul to Cairo depart on average 40 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £78 if you book in advance.
There are 10 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 1235 km distance in 2h 5m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1235 km |
Average flight duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Flights per day 40 |
Direct flights 10 |
Fastest flight 2h 5m |
First flight 0:15 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Istanbul to Cairo
Cheapest price
£93
Average price
£776
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Flights per day
48
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 £776 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £93.
Of the 48 flights that leave Istanbul for Cairo every day 13 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 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest flights will take 2 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.
NE33115:202h05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport17:25Cairo£931One-way0 changes
VF24721:052h25Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport23:30Cairo£1001One-way0 changes
NP19216:052h05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport18:10Cairo£1071One-way0 changes
VF3002+
VF59910:004h50Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport14:50Cairo£1261One-way1 change
VF3020 · VF5995:359h15Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport14:50Cairo£1261One-way1 change
NP19216:052h05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport18:10Cairo£1071One-way0 changes
NE33115:202h05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport17:25Cairo£931One-way0 changes
TK788314:002h15Istanbul Airport16:15Cairo£6691One-way0 changes
MS73814:002h15Istanbul Airport16:15Cairo£2991One-way0 changes
MS73618:552h20Istanbul Airport21:15Cairo£2661One-way0 changes
Live departures
Istanbul to Cairo flight times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Cairo flights for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
QR232 · QR1309+ QR5329 | 4:30 Istanbul Airport | 19h45 | 0:15 Cairo | 2 changes | |
QR232 · QR1307+ QR5329 | 4:30 Istanbul Airport | 30h20 | 10:50 Cairo | 2 changes | |
QR232 · QR1303+ QR5329 | 4:30 Istanbul Airport | 31h40 | 12:10 Cairo | 2 changes | |
VF3020 · VF599 | 5:35 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 9h15 | 14:50 Cairo | 1 change | |
TK690 | 6:45 Istanbul Airport | 2h25 | 9:10 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
MS9292 | 6:45 Istanbul Airport | 2h25 | 9:10 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ7031+ AZ896 | 7:40 Istanbul Airport | 9h15 | 16:55 Cairo | 1 change | |
VF3000 · VF599 | 8:00 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 6h50 | 14:50 Cairo | 1 change | |
AZ896+ AZ7061 | 9:05 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 7h50 | 16:55 Cairo | 1 change | |
VF3002+ VF599 | 10:00 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 4h50 | 14:50 Cairo | 1 change | |
A3991+ A31302 | 10:40 Istanbul Airport | 4h25 | 15:05 Cairo | 1 change | |
A3991+ A31332 | 10:40 Istanbul Airport | 10h50 | 21:30 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR238 · QR1301 | 11:40 Istanbul Airport | 30h15 | 17:55 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR238 · QR1303 | 11:40 Istanbul Airport | 24h30 | 12:10 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR238 · QR1307 | 11:40 Istanbul Airport | 23h10 | 10:50 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR238 · QR1309 | 11:40 Istanbul Airport | 12h35 | 0:15 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR238 · QR1305 | 11:40 Istanbul Airport | 10h55 | 22:35 Cairo | 1 change | |
AZ894+ AZ7049 | 12:00 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 14h15 | 2:15 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR240 · QR1309 | 13:45 Istanbul Airport | 10h30 | 0:15 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR240 · QR1301 | 13:45 Istanbul Airport | 28h10 | 17:55 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR240 · QR1307 | 13:45 Istanbul Airport | 21h05 | 10:50 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR240 · QR1305 | 13:45 Istanbul Airport | 8h50 | 22:35 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR240 · QR1303 | 13:45 Istanbul Airport | 22h25 | 12:10 Cairo | 1 change | |
TK7883 | 14:00 Istanbul Airport | 2h15 | 16:15 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
MS738 | 14:00 Istanbul Airport | 2h15 | 16:15 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
G9322 · G9583 | 14:10 Istanbul Airport | 20h35 | 10:45 Cairo | 1 change | |
G9322 · G9620 | 14:10 Istanbul Airport | 11h20 | 1:30 Cairo | 1 change | |
G9322 · G9624 | 14:10 Istanbul Airport | 25h25 | 15:35 Cairo | 1 change | |
NE331 | 15:20 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 2h05 | 17:25 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
A3993 · A3930 | 15:45 Istanbul Airport | 11h05 | 2:50 Cairo | 1 change | |
A3993+ A31332 | 15:45 Istanbul Airport | 5h45 | 21:30 Cairo | 1 change | |
NP192 | 16:05 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 2h05 | 18:10 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ7033+ AZ894 | 16:45 Istanbul Airport | 9h30 | 2:15 Cairo | 1 change | |
AT911 · AT270 | 18:20 Istanbul Airport | 25h00 | 19:20 Cairo | 1 change | |
AT911 · AT272 | 18:20 Istanbul Airport | 14h10 | 8:30 Cairo | 1 change | |
MS9294 | 18:25 Istanbul Airport | 2h25 | 20:50 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
TK694 | 18:25 Istanbul Airport | 2h25 | 20:50 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
MS736 | 18:55 Istanbul Airport | 2h20 | 21:15 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
TK7881 | 18:55 Istanbul Airport | 2h20 | 21:15 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
QR246 · QR1307 | 20:05 Istanbul Airport | 14h45 | 10:50 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR246 · QR1309 | 20:05 Istanbul Airport | 28h10 | 0:15 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR246 · QR1301 | 20:05 Istanbul Airport | 21h50 | 17:55 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR246 · QR1305 | 20:05 Istanbul Airport | 26h30 | 22:35 Cairo | 1 change | |
QR246 · QR1303 | 20:05 Istanbul Airport | 16h05 | 12:10 Cairo | 1 change | |
VF247 | 21:05 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 2h25 | 23:30 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
TK686 | 21:25 Istanbul Airport | 2h20 | 23:45 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
MS9366 | 21:25 Istanbul Airport | 2h20 | 23:45 Cairo | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ7029+ AZ896 | 21:50 Istanbul Airport | 19h05 | 16:55 Cairo | 1 change | |
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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.

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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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