Search Flights from Cairo to Istanbul

Quick Flight Summary from Cairo to Istanbul

  • Lowest recent price
    4,131 EGP
  • Direct flight duration 2 hour 10 min
  • Direct airlines Pegasus, Air Cairo, Turkish Airlines, AJet, Egyptair
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Thursday, Wednesday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    4,047 EGP

Cheapest flights from Cairo to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

Pegasus

Pegasus
17 Oct, Sat
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 10m
Non-stop
SPX–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
19 Oct, Mon
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 10m
Non-stop
SPX–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
21 Oct, Wed
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 10m
Non-stop
SPX–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
24 Oct, Sat
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 10m
Non-stop
SPX–SAW

Nesma Airlines

Nesma Airlines
16 Oct, Fri
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 10m
Non-stop
CAI–SAW

Nesma Airlines

Nesma Airlines
20 Oct, Tue
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 10m
Non-stop
CAI–SAW

AJet

AJet
22 Oct, Thu
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 15m
Non-stop
CAI–SAW
Shortest Flight

AJet

AJet
27 Oct, Tue
Cairo – Istanbul
1h 30m
Non-stop
CAI–SAW

AJet

AJet
29 Oct, Thu
Cairo – Istanbul
1h 30m
Non-stop
CAI–SAW

Last update: 16 October 2026 00:08

Direct flights from Cairo to Istanbul

Pegasus
Air Cairo
Turkish Airlines
AJet
Egyptair
Nesma Airlines

Estimated Prices for Cairo to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day17 October Saturday
Best Price
4,130 EGP
Average Price
4,511 EGP
6,299 EGP
4,130 EGP
4,268 EGP
16Fri
Oct
4,130 EGP
17Sat
6,299 EGP
18Sun
4,130 EGP
19Mon
4,268 EGP
20Tue
4,130 EGP
21Wed
4,278 EGP
22Thu
4,883 EGP
23Fri
4,130 EGP
24Sat
4,400 EGP
25Sun
4,400 EGP
26Mon
4,278 EGP
27Tue
4,400 EGP
28Wed
4,279 EGP
29Thu
5,738 EGP
30Fri
4,400 EGP
31Sat
4,400 EGP
01Sun
Nov
4,400 EGP
02Mon
4,400 EGP
03Tue
4,400 EGP
04Wed
4,400 EGP
05Thu
4,400 EGP
06Fri
4,400 EGP
07Sat
4,400 EGP
08Sun
4,400 EGP
09Mon
4,460 EGP
10Tue
4,916 EGP
11Wed
4,495 EGP
12Thu
5,065 EGP
13Fri
4,400 EGP
14Sat

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
Friday
16 Oct
Rain
13°10°
Saturday
17 Oct
Rain
12°10°
Sunday
18 Oct
Rain
16°9°
Monday
19 Oct
Rain
17°13°
Tuesday
20 Oct
Rain
15°13°

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 Tuesday.
Pegasus, Nesma Airlines, AJet, Egyptair, Air Cairo, Nile Air 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 3,838 EGP.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Nile Air
4,637 EGP
No changes allowed / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Pegasus
4,089 EGP
1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
Nesma Airlines
4,200 EGP
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
AJet
4,192 EGP
1 piece X 4 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm) / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage
Air Cairo
3,838 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
Egyptair
6,012 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: 16.10.2026

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