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Flights from Istanbul to Cairo

Nonstop flights from Istanbul (IST) to Cairo (CAI) take about 2h 5m (1,264 km). Air Cairo flies it. Lowest fare seen: $106 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Cairo

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Istanbul to Cairo

Carriers on IST–CAI according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Air Cairononstop fare seen

Istanbul to Cairo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Sept 2027, from $78 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$10731 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$8730 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$877 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$8631 Jan 2027—
Feb 2027$8715 Feb 2027—
Mar 2027$8713 Mar 2027—
Apr 2027$1185 Apr 2027$105 · 1 stop1 Apr 2027 · Turkish Airlines
May 2027$13022 May 2027$127 · 1 stop22 May 2027 · Turkish Airlines
Sept 2027$7819 Sept 2027—

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $78 in September 2027, against $87 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 2 of 2 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Istanbul to Cairo, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Cairo

Based on weather and travel conditions in Egypt

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Egypt is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Istanbul to Cairo flights

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Cairo?
A nonstop flight from Istanbul (IST) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 2h 5m, covering 1,264 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Istanbul from Cairo by air?
The great-circle distance between İstanbul Airport and Cairo International Airport is 1,264 km (785 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Cairo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the IST–CAI route include Air Cairo. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Istanbul to Cairo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on IST–CAI was $106 USD with Air Cairo (nonstop), departing 23 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Cairo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in September 2027 were cheapest, from $78 one-way, against $127 for May 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Turkey to Egypt?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Egypt visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Cairo?
Egypt is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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