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Quick Flight Summary from Istanbul to Cairo

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    297 SAR
  • Direct flight duration 2 hour 10 min
  • Direct airlines Nile Air, Egyptair, Air Cairo, Turkish Airlines, AJet
  • Arrival airports CAI / CCE / SPX
  • Best days to book Friday, Monday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    304 SAR

Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Cairo

Cheapest Direct Flight

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
2 Oct, Fri
Istanbul – Cairo
2h 5m
Non-stop
ISTCAI

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
18 Sep, Fri
Istanbul – Cairo
2h 5m
Non-stop
ISTCAI

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
22 Sep, Tue
Istanbul – Cairo
2h 5m
Non-stop
ISTCAI

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
25 Sep, Fri
Istanbul – Cairo
2h 5m
Non-stop
ISTCAI

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
27 Sep, Sun
Istanbul – Cairo
2h 5m
Non-stop
ISTCAI

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
28 Sep, Mon
Istanbul – Cairo
2h 5m
Non-stop
ISTCAI

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
29 Sep, Tue
Istanbul – Cairo
2h 5m
Non-stop
ISTCAI

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
30 Sep, Wed
Istanbul – Cairo
2h 5m
Non-stop
ISTCAI

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
3 Oct, Sat
Istanbul – Cairo
2h 20m
Non-stop
ISTCAI

Last update: 15 September 2026 22:42

Direct flights from Istanbul to Cairo

Nile Air
Egyptair
Air Cairo
Turkish Airlines
AJet
Air Arabia Egypt

Estimated Prices for Istanbul to Cairo Flights

Cheapest Day20 September Sunday
Best Price
278 SAR
Average Price
312 SAR
375 SAR
278 SAR
316 SAR
15Tue
Sep
319 SAR
16Wed
315 SAR
17Thu
327 SAR
18Fri
325 SAR
19Sat
278 SAR
20Sun
284 SAR
21Mon
288 SAR
22Tue
288 SAR
23Wed
318 SAR
24Thu
278 SAR
25Fri
318 SAR
26Sat
334 SAR
27Sun
288 SAR
28Mon
284 SAR
29Tue
342 SAR
30Wed
327 SAR
01Thu
Oct
285 SAR
02Fri
285 SAR
03Sat
369 SAR
04Sun
349 SAR
05Mon
311 SAR
06Tue
331 SAR
07Wed
375 SAR
08Thu
290 SAR
09Fri
302 SAR
10Sat
337 SAR
11Sun
300 SAR
12Mon
304 SAR
13Tue
304 SAR
14Wed

Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Istanbul City Center

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is accessible by car using the TEM highway. Take the Sabiha Gökçen Airport exit off the TEM highway and follow the signs to the airport. The airport is also accessible by city buses and Havataş shuttles. There is an outdoor parking lot and a multi-story parking lot at the airport. There are some private parking facilities located around the airport that travelers can also use.   

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to Sabiha Gökçen Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic, especially during rush hour. If you plan to take a taxi to the airport we recommend checking the traffic before you leave and planning accordingly.

Havabus

Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Sabiha Gökçen Airport and central locations in the city like Taksim on the European side and Kadıköy and Yenisahra on the Anatolian side. The shuttle buses provide quick and comfortable transportation to and from the airport every 30 minutes.

Marmaray

The Marmaray is a particularly convenient means of transportation for those coming from the European side of the city. Those on the European side can get on at Yenikapı, take the Marmaray to the Ayrılık Çeşmesi stop, from there get on the Kadıköy-Kartal metro to Kartal and then either take a taxi or public bus to Sabiha Gökçen Airport.

Bus

The Sabiha Gökçen Airport is also accessible by public bus.

Lines that operate between central locations in the city and the airport are as follows: E3 - 4.Levent - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E9 - Bostancı - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E10 - Kadıköy - Kurtköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E11 - Kadıköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E18 - Altunizade - Ümraniye - Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 16S - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport - Metrobus Uzuncayır, KM20 - Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, KM22 - Cevizli - Kartal Metro - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 132H Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, and 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.

Metro

Starting in Kadikoy on the Anatolian side of the city, the metro passes through many stations like Kozyatağı, Bostancı, Küçükyalı, and Maltepe. Get off at the Kartal stop. From here you can take a bus or taxi to the airport.

Rental Cars

The airport is accessible by car, so another option is to rent a vehicle for transportation. There are many car rental agencies located in the city from which you can rent a car and drive to the airport. You can return your rental car at the airport by notifying them in advance.

Airport Information

Simit Sarayı, Center Point, Mc Donald’s, Mc D Cafe, İstanbul Cafe, Drive Inn Cafe, Burger King, Popeyes, Sbarro, Usta Dönerci, Kahve Dünyası and Starbucks are located in the departures hall. Kahve Dünyası, Secco Kafe, Usta Dönerci, Burger King, Sbarro, Mc Donald’s, Trattoria Milano, Heroes Sports Bar, Grab&Fly and Gate Café are located after passport control for international departures. Kahve Dünyası, Burger King, Mc Donald’s, Center Point, Turkish Kitchen, Kıvanç Gökçe Büfe, Grab&Fly, Simit&Çay and Coca Cola Gate Café are located after the security checkpoint in the domestic terminal. Kahve Dünyası, Karafırın, Simit Sarayı and Burger King are located in the arrivals hall. Fly Café is located in the outdoor parking lot. The following passenger lounges offer comfortable and convenient services at Sabiha Gökçen Airport: LGM CIP Lounge, Wings Lounge, Lounge İstanbul International Flights and Turkish Airlines Lounge. The Setur duty free retail stores offer a rich selection of products. 


Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Atatürk Airport is accessible by taxi, airport shuttles, metro, and buses. You can also choose to drive your personal car and park in the parking lot for a certain fee. The airport is equipped with an outdoor lot and an indoor multi-story lot.  

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to Atatürk Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic. Hitting the road during rush hour runs the risk of missing your flight. If you plan to take a taxi to the airport we recommend checking the traffic before you leave and planning accordingly.

Havabus

The Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Atatürk Airport and central locations in the city. The Havataş shuttles provide service to and from Taksim and the Yenikapi IDO Pier every 30 minutes.

Bus

Atatürk Airport is also accessible from the city center by bus. You can get to Atatürk Airport using the TH-1 bus from Taksim and YH-1 bus from Yenikapi.

Metro

One of the fastest ways to get to the airport is by metro. The metro passes through many locations, such as Yenikapı, Aksaray, Fatih, Topkapı, and Esenler Otogar and goes directly into the airport.

Rental Cars

You can rent a car from rental agencies such as AVIS, Budget, or Europcar both at the airport and at various locations in the city. You can also return your rental vehicle to the airport branch of the aforementioned companies. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.

Airport Information

Caffe Nero, Starbucks Coffee and Simit Sarayı are located in the international arrivals hall. Popeyes, Sbarro, Caffe Nero, Simit Sarayı, Cakes & Bakes, Turcuisine, Sweet Deligts, Quick Asia, Efes Beerport, The Greenport, Starbucks Coffee, Cafe-Inn, Eat & Go, Coca-Cola Cafe, Kitchenette, Flight Point and Zero Café are located in the international departures hall. Simit Sarayi is located in the domestic arrivals hall. Kantin, The Greenport, Kokpit, Tadında Anadolu, Cakes & Bakes, Starbucks Coffee, Cafe-Inn, Burger King and Sbarro are located in the domestic departures hall.

The Primeclass Lounge, Akbank Wings Lounge, Comfort Lounge, Emirates Lounge, Sky Team Lounge and TTNET Platin Lounge are located in the international terminal. The THY CIP Lounge, Akbank Wings Lounge and Primeclass Lounge are located in the domestic terminal. The ATÜ retail stores provide duty free shopping services.

Transportation to Cairo City Center from Airport

Cairo Intl. Airport

Cairo International Airport is located approximately 22 kilometers from the city center. Many transportation options are available, including:

Taxi

Taxi is the fastest and most comfortable transportation option for traveling to the city center from Cairo International Airport. Make sure that taxis are metered and confirm with the driver before your trip. Also, you can use ride-hailing services as a more convenient alternative.

Hotel Shuttle

Many hotels offer hotel shuttle services to provide transportation from the airport. Make sure to double-check during booking if the hotel provides this service paid or free.

Car Rental

Car rental companies are available within the airport. This is one of the most comfortable options for traveling to Cairo from the airport. Make sure you have a valid international driving permit before renting a car.

Cairo Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Monday
14 Sep
Fog
37°22°
Today
Tuesday
15 Sep
Clear
37°23°
Wednesday
16 Sep
Fog
37°22°
Thursday
17 Sep
Clear
38°25°
Friday
18 Sep
Clear
32°23°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Istanbul-Cairo flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Istanbul-Cairo flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Istanbul-Cairo flights, you can use Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport as departure airport, and Cairo Intl. Airport, Capital Intl. Airport, Sphinx Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Istanbul-Cairo is 1257 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Istanbul-Cairo flights is Sunday.
Nile Air, Egyptair, Air Cairo, Turkish Airlines, AJet, Air Arabia Egypt organizes direct flights between Istanbul-Cairo.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Air Cairo starts from approximately 278 SAR.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
AJet
372 SAR
1 piece X 4 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm) / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage
Air Cairo
278 SAR
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 24 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 24 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments
Pegasus
290 SAR
1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
Air Arabia Egypt
443 SAR
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20 cm) / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 24 hours) / No Refund

Last update: 15.09.2026

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