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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $213 to $341. The lowest price recently found on this route was $191.

Question 1

What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Cairo flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 2

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairo?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from Istanbul to Cairo is on a Monday. Travelers who choose to depart for Cairo on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $340. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Istanbul because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $480.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Istanbul to Cairo when you can find flight prices for as low as $307. Flying to Cairo in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $345. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Question 4

What is the cheapest Istanbul to Cairo flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen to Cairo for the best Istanbul - Cairo flight prices

Question 5

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairo?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairo from Istanbul when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairo for around $276 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairo from Istanbul for as low as $245 on momondo.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Air Arabia, Ajet, and Air Cairo are the most popular carriers operating from Istanbul to Cairo

Question 7

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairo?

Accepted Answer

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Cairo. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $253. If you’re not able to fly to Cairo in February, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Istanbul to Cairo during May average around $254.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $213 to $341.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $191.

Question 9

What airlines fly to Cairo?

Accepted Answer

Egyptair, Nile Air and Pegasus Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairo from Istanbul according to our data. Egyptair is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cairo. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Cairo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 10

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Istanbul and Cairo is 20 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 6:00PM, with 43% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

As of February 2026, 146 flights take off from Istanbul and land in Cairo each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

How often are flights from Istanbul to Cairo delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 20% of flights between Istanbul and Cairo have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 106 minutes.

Question 15

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Cairo flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Istanbul to Cairo Airport were last updated today.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

There are 7 operators available for flights from Istanbul to Cairo Airport as of February 2026.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Istanbul to Cairo Airport.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairo Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairo Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairo?

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

What is the cheapest Istanbul to Cairo flight route?

Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen to Cairo for the best Istanbul - Cairo flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairo?

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

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

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

Air Arabia, Ajet, and Air Cairo are the most popular carriers operating from Istanbul to Cairo

What airlines fly to Cairo?

How often are flights from Istanbul to Cairo delayed?

Historically, on average around 20% of flights between Istanbul and Cairo have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 106 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Cairo flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Cairo flights?

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

The number of flights available between Istanbul and Cairo is 20 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 6:00PM, with 43% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

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

As of February 2026, 146 flights take off from Istanbul and land in Cairo each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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