Search Flights from Cairo to Istanbul

Quick Flight Summary from Cairo to Istanbul

  • Lowest recent price
    24 KWD
  • Direct flight duration 2 hour 10 min
  • Direct airlines Air Cairo, Egyptair, Pegasus, AJet, Air Arabia Egypt
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Thursday, Saturday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    25 KWD

Cheapest flights from Cairo to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
12 Nov, Thu
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 15m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
28 Nov, Sat
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 15m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Arabia Egypt

Air Arabia Egypt
22 Oct, Thu
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 15m
Non-stop
CAI–SAW

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
4 Nov, Wed
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 15m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
8 Nov, Sun
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 15m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
9 Nov, Mon
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 15m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
10 Nov, Tue
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 15m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Air Cairo

Air Cairo
15 Nov, Sun
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 15m
Non-stop
CAI–IST

Pegasus

Pegasus
20 Oct, Tue
Cairo – Istanbul
2h 10m
Non-stop
SPX–SAW

Last update: 20 October 2026 01:58

Direct flights from Cairo to Istanbul

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

Estimated Prices for Cairo to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day12 November Thursday
Best Price
24 KWD
Average Price
27 KWD
35 KWD
24 KWD
26 KWD
20Tue
Oct
30 KWD
21Wed
24 KWD
22Thu
27 KWD
23Fri
26 KWD
24Sat
26 KWD
25Sun
30 KWD
26Mon
26 KWD
27Tue
27 KWD
28Wed
26 KWD
29Thu
31 KWD
30Fri
33 KWD
31Sat
35 KWD
01Sun
Nov
27 KWD
02Mon
27 KWD
03Tue
25 KWD
04Wed
27 KWD
05Thu
27 KWD
06Fri
27 KWD
07Sat
25 KWD
08Sun
25 KWD
09Mon
25 KWD
10Tue
27 KWD
11Wed
24 KWD
12Thu
32 KWD
13Fri
27 KWD
14Sat
25 KWD
15Sun
27 KWD
16Mon
27 KWD
17Tue
27 KWD
18Wed

Key Features of the Airlines

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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 of the city, in the Arnavutköy district. You can get from the airport to the city center by bus, Havaist shuttle, metro, taxi, rental car, or private transfer.

Bus
  • H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses run from Istanbul Airport to various parts of the city, including Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı.
  • Travel times are approximately 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. Journey times may vary depending on traffic.
  • You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines at the airport platforms, or online.
Metro
  • The M11 Gayrettepe – Istanbul Airport metro line connects the airport to the city center.
  • The metro provides direct access to Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe.
  • At Gayrettepe station, you can transfer to the Metrobus, city buses, and the M1 Hacıosman – Yenikapı metro line.
  • The metro operates from 06:00 to 00:00.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • Havaist shuttle services run to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı–Başakşehir, Silivri–Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar–Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • You can pay for Havaist online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on board. Some Havaist buses also accept Istanbul Kart.
  • Fares vary depending on the route.
Taxi
  • Orange, turquoise, and black taxis serve the route between Istanbul Airport and the city center.
  • Fixed fares apply to certain destinations 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 companies at the airport, including Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many more, and drive to the city center.
  • If you book before arriving, you can pick up your car directly without waiting in line.
  • With a rental car, you can easily reach the city center as well as Istanbul's historical and natural attractions, such as the Historic Peninsula, Taksim, Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Florya, Polonezköy, Çatalca, and Şile.
Transfer
  • A private transfer service offers a luxurious and comfortable ride from the airport to destinations across Istanbul.
  • We recommend booking your transfer at least 24 hours in advance.

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Monday
19 Oct
Cloudy
16°10°
Tuesday
20 Oct
Cloudy
20°12°
Wednesday
21 Oct
Cloudy
19°11°
Thursday
22 Oct
Fog
19°9°
Friday
23 Oct
Rain
17°13°

Popular Flights to 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 Friday.
Air Cairo, Air Arabia Egypt, Pegasus, Nesma Airlines, AJet, 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 22 KWD.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Pegasus
24 KWD
1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
Air Arabia Egypt
23 KWD
Paid Change (up to 24 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20 cm) / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage
AJet
24 KWD
1 piece X 4 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm) / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage
Nesma Airlines
24 KWD
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
Nile Air
28 KWD
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
Air Cairo
22 KWD
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
33 KWD
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: 20.10.2026

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