Search Flights from Cairo to Istanbul

Quick Flight Summary from Cairo to Istanbul

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    3,838 EGP
  • Direct flight duration 2 hour 20 min
  • Direct airlines Air Cairo, Egyptair, AJet, Pegasus, Air Arabia Egypt
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    3,739 EGP

Cheapest flights from Cairo to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
9 Oct, Fri
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 20m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
17 Oct, Sat
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 20m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
22 Oct, Thu
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 20m
Non-stop
CAI–IST
Shortest Flight

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
26 Oct, Mon
Cairo – Istanbul
1h 15m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
27 Oct, Tue
Cairo – Istanbul
1h 15m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
10 Oct, Sat
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 20m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
11 Oct, Sun
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 20m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
20 Oct, Tue
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 20m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
21 Oct, Wed
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 20m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Last update: 09 October 2026 00:50

Direct flights from Cairo to Istanbul

Air Cairo
Egyptair
AJet
Pegasus
Air Arabia Egypt
Nesma Airlines
Turkish Airlines
Nile Air

Estimated Prices for Cairo to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day15 October Thursday
Best Price
4,014 EGP
Average Price
4,324 EGP
8,588 EGP
4,014 EGP
8,588 EGP
08Thu
Oct
4,126 EGP
09Fri
4,084 EGP
10Sat
4,126 EGP
11Sun
4,917 EGP
12Mon
4,114 EGP
13Tue
4,114 EGP
14Wed
4,014 EGP
15Thu
4,014 EGP
16Fri
4,036 EGP
17Sat
4,014 EGP
18Sun
4,014 EGP
19Mon
4,014 EGP
20Tue
4,014 EGP
21Wed
4,014 EGP
22Thu
4,014 EGP
23Fri
4,014 EGP
24Sat
4,126 EGP
25Sun
4,246 EGP
26Mon
4,126 EGP
27Tue
4,138 EGP
28Wed
4,158 EGP
29Thu
4,181 EGP
30Fri
4,138 EGP
31Sat
5,573 EGP
01Sun
Nov
4,138 EGP
02Mon
4,138 EGP
03Tue
4,138 EGP
04Wed
4,246 EGP
05Thu
4,138 EGP
06Fri

Key Features of the Airlines

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

Transportation to Airport from Cairo City Center

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 Cairo International Airport from the city center. 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 to 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 across the city center. This is one of the most comfortable options for traveling to the airport from Cairo. Make sure you have a valid international driving permit before renting a car.

Airport Information

Cairo International Airport, located in Heliopolis nearby Cairo, is one of the busiest airports in Africa. Services provided by Cairo International Airport include duty-free shops, local and international fast-food chains and other restaurants, cafes, health services, ATMs, currency exchange offices, and car rental agencies.

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Metro
  • The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
  • You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
  • Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
  • You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
Havabus
  • With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
  • The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
  • The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
  • For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
Bus
  • E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
  • E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
  • 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
  • MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
  • Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
Marmaray
  • With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
  • You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
  • You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
  • Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
  • If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
Transfer
  • You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Bus
  • From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
  • The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
  • You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
Metro
  • You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
  • The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
  • After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
  • The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
  • The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
Taxi
  • Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
  • A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
  • Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
  • If you make a reservation before

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Thursday
8 Oct
Fog
20°11°
Friday
9 Oct
Clear
23°13°
Saturday
10 Oct
Clear
26°14°
Sunday
11 Oct
Cloudy
26°14°
Monday
12 Oct
Cloudy
21°15°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Cairo Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Cairo-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Cairo-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Cairo-Istanbul flights, you can use Cairo Intl. Airport, Capital Intl. Airport, Sphinx Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Cairo-Istanbul 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 Cairo-Istanbul flights is Wednesday.
Air Cairo, Nesma Airlines, Air Arabia Egypt, Pegasus organizes direct flights between Cairo-Istanbul.
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 3,760 EGP.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Turkish Airlines
8,588 EGP
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Nesma Airlines
4,126 EGP
—
Air Arabia Egypt
4,084 EGP
Paid Change (up to 24 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20 cm) / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage
Pegasus
4,014 EGP
1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
Air Cairo
3,760 EGP
Paid Change (up to 24 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 24 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
AJet
4,158 EGP
1 piece X 4 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm) / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage
Egyptair
4,486 EGP
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 08.10.2026

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