Cheap Flights Cairo to Istanbul from £72

Flight FAQs

• Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Cairo (CAI) to Istanbul (IST)?

  Based on Trip.com data, AJet offers one-way fares as low as £72 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. CAI to SAW on Thu, Oct 8), while AJet offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £142 departing on Thu, Oct 1 and returning on Mon, Oct 5.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Cairo to Istanbul?

  At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Cairo to Istanbul with the following airlines, including: EgyptAir Nile Air Turkish Airlines Nesma Airlines Air Cairo Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is the flight from Cairo (CAI) to Istanbul (IST)?

  It takes about 2 hours 20 minutes to fly from Cairo (CAI) to Istanbul (IST).

• When is the best time to book flights from Cairo to Istanbul?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Cairo to Istanbul is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Cairo to Istanbul?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 111 flight per week flying from Cairo to Istanbul. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Turkish Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- TK691 (11:18) Air Cairo: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- SM303 (06:02)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Cairo to Istanbul?

  To find best deals on flights from Cairo to Istanbul, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Oct 8, with one-way flights priced at just £72.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is AJet.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Istanbul travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When is the best time to book a flight from Cairo to Istanbul to get the best price?

  The cheapest months to fly from Cairo to Istanbul is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from Cairo to Istanbul?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo to Istanbul on August 13, 2026 with Air Arabia Egypt, with prices starting at £76.

• Which airports can I fly through when travelling to Istanbul from Cairo?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Istanbul, with Cairo International Airport to Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (CAI-SAW) is by far the most common option on this route: Ataturk Airport (ISL) Istanbul Airport (IST) Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).

• What is the time difference between Cairo and Istanbul?

  The time difference between Istanbul and Cairo is 1h.

• How can I change or cancel my flight ticket from Cairo to Istanbul?

  Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Cairo to Istanbul?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Cairo to Istanbul is £174. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a return flight from Cairo to Istanbul?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Cairo to Istanbul is £288. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Cairo to Istanbul on Trip.com?

  Enter Cairo and Istanbul, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Cairo to Istanbul route?

  Air Cairo, Air Arabia Egypt and AJetare the most popular budget airlines flying from Cairo to Istanbul. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.