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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo from $212

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — CAI
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Cairo

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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$356

One-way from

$212

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$403

Good one-way deal

$356 or less
TAROM
  • TAROM
  • 6/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 25m total
  • Istanbul to Cairo
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Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 11/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 55m total
  • Istanbul to Cairo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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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 21 February 2025.

Tue 6/510:15IST - CAI
1 stop17h 15mTAROM
Sun 18/504:30CAI - IST
1 stop13h 10mTAROM
Deal found 20/2$356
Wed 9/404:30IST - CAI
Nonstop2h 20mEgyptair
Tue 15/423:30CAI - IST
Nonstop2h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 20/2$400
Tue 18/312:00IST - CAI
1 stop7h 55mAegean Airlines
Tue 25/304:40CAI - IST
1 stop10h 20mAegean Airlines
Deal found 21/2$434
Wed 9/404:30IST - CAI
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 15/418:55CAI - IST
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$495
Sat 1/1122:25IST - CAI
Nonstop2h 30mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/1102:15CAI - IST
Nonstop2h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2$528
Fri 19/918:00IST - CAI
1 stop17h 10mAir Arabia
Fri 26/902:20CAI - IST
1 stop11h 00mAir Arabia
Deal found 20/2$610
Wed 21/516:25IST - CAI
1 stop17h 55mSAUDIA
Sat 24/500:30CAI - IST
1 stop14h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 20/2$743
Sat 28/614:10IST - CAI
1 stop8h 35mJazeera Airways
Mon 30/604:15CAI - IST
1 stop9h 05mJazeera Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,005
Sun 4/501:40IST - CAI
1 stop12h 35mAir Algerie
Thu 15/515:15CAI - IST
1 stop12h 30mAir Algerie
Deal found 20/2$1,235
Thu 6/307:35IST - CAI
1 stop18h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/302:20CAI - IST
1 stop25h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2$1,284
Sun 23/219:00IST - CAI
1 stop23h 05mOman Air
Fri 7/318:05CAI - IST
1 stop22h 50mOman Air
Deal found 20/2$1,358
Sat 22/216:20IST - CAI
1 stop23h 35mGulf Air
Fri 7/315:40CAI - IST
1 stop12h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 20/2$1,408

Find flights from Istanbul to Cairo within your budget

Customise 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Cairo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Tue 6/5

10:15-03:30

1 stop17h 15m

Cairo

Sun 18/5

04:30-17:40

1 stop13h 10m

$356

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Wed 9/4

04:30-05:50

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairo

Tue 15/4

23:30-02:50

Nonstop2h 20m

$400

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Tue 18/3

12:00-18:55

1 stop7h 55m

Cairo

Tue 25/3

04:40-16:00

1 stop10h 20m

$434

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Wed 9/4

04:30-05:50

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairo

Tue 15/4

18:55-02:20

1 stop6h 25m

$495

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Wed 7/5

02:00-04:20

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairo

Thu 15/5

21:40-00:05

Nonstop2h 25m

$538

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Wed 21/5

16:25-10:20

1 stop17h 55m

Cairo

Sat 24/5

00:30-14:50

1 stop14h 20m

$743

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sat 28/6

14:10-22:45

1 stop8h 35m

Cairo

Mon 30/6

04:15-13:20

1 stop9h 05m

$1,005

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Tue 12/8

14:10-01:30

1 stop11h 20m

Cairo

Wed 27/8

02:20-13:20

1 stop11h 00m

$1,044

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sun 4/5

01:40-14:15

1 stop12h 35m

Cairo

Fri 16/5

15:15-15:15

1 stop24h 00m

$1,235

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Thu 6/3

07:35-01:20

1 stop18h 45m

Cairo

Sun 9/3

02:20-05:00

1 stop25h 40m

$1,284

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Cairo

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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 return flight from Istanbul to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo (average of $1,214). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,616). 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 21 February 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo as you normally would.

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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from IST to CAI are scheduled on a Wednesday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cairo when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

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 21 February 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Emirates and Air Arabia from Istanbul to Cairo have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Air Arabia
7.7
Good
46 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

SAUDIA
7.4
Good
646 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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), located 18.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Cairo. 1 airline have flights to Cairo from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Cairo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 15 inbound flights from Istanbul per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo round-trip from $356. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Egyptair, from $400, and Aegean Airlines, from $434. You may be able to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cairo for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $212 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 Jazeera Airways and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $260 and $318, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo consider choosing LOT(92%), Air Serbia(89%) or RwandAir(87%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $384 for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo. The cheapest flight overall is $351 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Cairo) is currently priced at $397.

  • 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 holiday 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo (average of $1,214). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,616). 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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