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$127+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Cairo (CAI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — CAI
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sat 1/25
Sat 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Istanbul to Cairo are usually found in November or August, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Cairo (CAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$267
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$127
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$366
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/208:50 pmIST - CAI
1 stop6h 00mAegean Airlines
Sun 10/2611:00 amCAI - IST
1 stop5h 00mAegean Airlines
Deal found 1/19$238
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/283:50 amIST - CAI
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/74:40 amCAI - IST
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$302
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/243:50 amIST - CAI
Nonstop2h 15mEgyptair
Fri 2/2811:25 pmCAI - IST
Nonstop2h 25mEgyptair
Deal found 1/18$318
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/22:20 amIST - CAI
Nonstop2h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sun 2/92:15 amCAI - IST
Nonstop2h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/19$343
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/92:05 pmIST - CAI
1 stop23h 45mRoyal Jordanian
Thu 2/137:55 amCAI - IST
1 stop11h 05mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 1/20$401
This TAROM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAROM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/196:35 pmIST - CAI
1 stop8h 55mTAROM
Sun 10/264:30 amCAI - IST
1 stop14h 10mTAROM
Deal found 1/19$414
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/145:40 pmIST - CAI
1 stop9h 30mITA Airways
Sat 2/154:30 amCAI - IST
1 stop14h 00mITA Airways
Deal found 1/19$485
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/194:25 pmIST - CAI
2 stops15h 35mSAUDIA
Tue 10/214:20 amCAI - IST
1 stop9h 25mSAUDIA
Deal found 1/19$492

Find flights from Istanbul to Cairo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Cairo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

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IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sat 3/1

12:00 pm-1:50 am

1 stop14h 50m

Cairo

Sat 3/8

7:50 pm-11:00 am

1 stop14h 10m

$267

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Tue 2/18

3:50 am-5:05 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Cairo

Wed 2/26

10:00 am-9:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$300

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Mon 2/24

3:50 am-5:05 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Cairo

Fri 2/28

11:25 pm-2:50 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$318

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sat 2/22

10:25 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairo

Sat 3/1

5:20 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$325

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Thu 1/30

2:05 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Cairo

Mon 2/3

6:25 am-1:05 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$381

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Fri 2/14

5:40 pm-2:10 am

1 stop9h 30m

Cairo

Sat 2/15

4:30 am-7:30 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$485

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Thu 3/20

6:25 pm-1:30 am

1 stop8h 05m

Cairo

Fri 3/21

7:50 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$492

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Mon 3/17

12:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$127

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Mon 1/27

11:45 pm-1:10 am

2 stops50h 25m

$152

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sun 2/9

3:50 am-5:05 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$155

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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Cairo

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to Cairo in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Cairo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Cairo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Cairo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Cairo flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Istanbul Airport-Cairo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Cairo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairo from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Cairo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Istanbul to Cairo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Cairo. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo (average of $797). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,323). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

When flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Istanbul to Cairo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul Airport to Cairo flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Cairo

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Cairo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

The most flights from IST to CAI are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in Cairo by month

Plan your trip to Cairo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairo ranges from 0.0 - 0.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cairo when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Cairo by month

Plan your trip to Cairo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairo. Reviews last updated January 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Egyptair, SAUDIA and Aegean Airlines from Istanbul to Cairo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,356 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

SAUDIA
7.4
Good
686 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,931 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
774 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Cairo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairo from Istanbul?

    Cairo (CAI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Istanbul to Cairo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cairo from Istanbul; the airport handles an average of 18 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights to the Cairo airport from Istanbul. It is only a 11.5 mi journey from Cairo (CAI) to Cairo’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo round-trip?

    Aegean Airlines, at $267, was found to be the cheapest airline from Istanbul Airport to Cairo.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Egyptair and Turkish Airlines. Aegean Airlines is priced at 18% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cairo one-way?

    $127 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Aegean Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Egyptair and Royal Jordanian, with prices starting from $155 and $190, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Istanbul Airport to Cairo on time: LOT (90%), Air Serbia (86%), RwandAir (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    The cheapest flight price from Istanbul Airport to Cairo is $154. On average you can expect to pay $972. The most popular route, (Istanbul - Cairo), can usually be booked for $209.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Cairo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo (average of $797). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,323). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Istanbul to Cairo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Cairo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ArabiaCheapest$125Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AjetCheapest$135Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$146Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Air CairoCheapest$159Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$174Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$175Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
EgyptairCheapest$214Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Nile AirCheapest$235Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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