Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Cairo to Istanbul Airport?

Flights connecting via Ankara (ESB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 35m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Cairo to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Ankara (ESB) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $215.

How many flights depart from Cairo to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 78 flights per week flying from Cairo to Istanbul Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 27% of flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Egyptair, Air Cairo and Nile Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport from Cairo according to our data. Egyptair is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul Airport. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairo to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, flynas, and Aegean Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cairo to Istanbul

How many flights depart from Cairo to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

As of October 2025, 11 flights take off from Cairo and land in Istanbul Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 48% of daily flights taking off at noon.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Cairo and Istanbul Airport?

Athens (ATH) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Cairo to Istanbul Airport?

Ankara (ESB) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 20m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Prices for flights from Cairo Airport to Istanbul Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

As of October 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairo Airport to Istanbul Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cairo Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairo Airport to Istanbul Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $193 to $266. The lowest price recently found on this route was $222.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cairo and Istanbul Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $201. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in November, then you should wait until February to fly from Cairo, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $210.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $706. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Cairo because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $771.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Cairo to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $313. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $437.

What is the cheapest Cairo to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Cairo when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $236 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Cairo for as low as $222 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cairo to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairo to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cairo to Istanbul Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cairo to Istanbul Airport.

How have Cairo to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Cairo to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 21% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Cairo in the past 72 hours is $295. The best round-trip flight deal from Cairo to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $279.

The fastest flight from Cairo to Istanbul Airport takes 2h 20m

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How far is Cairo to Istanbul by plane?
Cairo and Istanbul are 787.8 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Prices for flights from Cairo Airport to Istanbul Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairo Airport to Istanbul Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairo Airport to Istanbul Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairo Airport to Istanbul Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cairo to Istanbul Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Cairo to Istanbul Airport is Boeing 737-800, representing 22.52% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 18.34%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 13.48%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 11.14%.
What is the most popular airline from Cairo to Istanbul Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cairo and Istanbul Airport, the leading airline is Egyptair, making up 30% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air Cairo with 25%, Nile Air with 22%, and Ajet with 10%.

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Pegasus Airlines	PriceFrom $142	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 635 reviews	Search Pegasus Airlines flights
Ajet	PriceFrom $165	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 16 reviews	Search Ajet flights
Air Cairo	PriceFrom $171	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 32 reviews	Search Air Cairo flights
Air Arabia	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Air Arabia flights
Nile Air	PriceFrom $190	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.0 17 reviews	Search Nile Air flights
Aegean Airlines	PriceFrom $203	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 809 reviews	Search Aegean Airlines flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom $206	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 373 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $250	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,007 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

Turkish Airlines Flights From Cairo to Istanbul Airport
Turkish Airlines flies from Cairo to Istanbul Airport around 26 times per week, with 4,007 momondo users rating the airline 7.3/10. The cheapest Turkish Airlines deal from Cairo to Istanbul Airport in the last 72 hours was $250 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $294 for Turkish Airlines flights on this route.
Egyptair Flights From Cairo to Istanbul Airport
$206 is the best Egyptair flight deal from Cairo to Istanbul Airport found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Egyptair ticket price found was closer to $304, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Egyptair (6.5/10 from 373 user reviews) flies into Istanbul Airport from Cairo 26 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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What cabin class options are available on Cairo to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairo to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cairo to Istanbul Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cairo to Istanbul Airport.

How have Cairo to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Cairo to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 21% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairo to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, flynas, and Aegean Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cairo to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Cairo and Istanbul Airport?

Athens (ATH) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Cairo to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Ankara (ESB) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $215.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Cairo to Istanbul Airport?

Flights connecting via Ankara (ESB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 35m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Cairo to Istanbul Airport?

Ankara (ESB) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 20m.

How many flights depart from Cairo to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

As of October 2025, 11 flights take off from Cairo and land in Istanbul Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 48% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Cairo to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 78 flights per week flying from Cairo to Istanbul Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 27% of flights taking off on this day.

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