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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo from $197

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — CAI
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Cairo are usually found in May or November, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Thu 30/418:55
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/510:05
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/4$418
Sat 9/518:55
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 14/506:05
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/4$420
Thu 22/1020:55
IST
-
CAI
1 stop5h 55m
Aegean Airlines
Sat 24/1009:50
CAI
-
IST
1 stop10h 05m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 16/4$435
Wed 27/503:50
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 20m
Egyptair
Wed 3/600:30
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 20m
Egyptair
Deal found 13/4$441
Fri 8/520:55
IST
-
CAI
1 stop5h 55m
Aegean Airlines
Wed 20/504:00
CAI
-
IST
1 stop5h 45m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 16/4$461
Sat 9/510:40
IST
-
CAI
1 stop8h 25m
Aegean Airlines
Thu 14/504:00
CAI
-
IST
1 stop10h 35m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 17/4$463
Sun 10/520:55
IST
-
CAI
1 stop5h 55m
Aegean Airlines
Sun 17/504:00
CAI
-
IST
1 stop5h 45m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 16/4$464
Fri 2/1020:55
IST
-
CAI
1 stop11h 55m
Aegean Airlines
Tue 6/1009:50
CAI
-
IST
1 stop4h 45m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 14/4$471
Tue 21/401:55
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 27/422:15
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/4$481
Wed 3/601:55
IST
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 8/606:05
CAI
-
IST
Nonstop2h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/4$482

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Cairo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Cairo (CAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$418

One-way from

$197

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$450

Good one-way deal

$230 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 30/4-4/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 50m total
  • Istanbul to Cairo
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Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 13/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 55m total
  • Istanbul to Cairo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sun 10/5

15:35-02:50

1 stop11h 15m

Cairo

Sat 16/5

04:00-09:45

1 stop5h 45m

$489

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sat 9/5

10:40-19:05

1 stop8h 25m

Cairo

Sat 16/5

19:55-09:45

1 stop13h 50m

$503

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sun 10/5

15:35-02:50

1 stop11h 15m

Cairo

Sun 17/5

04:00-09:45

1 stop5h 45m

$537
Fastest return journey

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Thu 17/9

01:55-04:20

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairo

Mon 21/9

22:15-00:35

Nonstop2h 20m

$538

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Fri 1/5

20:55-02:50

1 stop5h 55m

Cairo

Sun 10/5

04:00-09:45

1 stop5h 45m

$608

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Thu 2/7

03:50-06:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairo

Mon 6/7

06:05-08:30

Nonstop2h 25m

$641

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sat 16/5

20:55-02:50

1 stop5h 55m

Cairo

Sat 23/5

04:00-09:45

1 stop5h 45m

$655

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Wed 23/9

10:40-02:50

1 stop16h 10m

Cairo

Tue 6/10

09:50-19:55

1 stop10h 05m

$664

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sun 27/9

01:55-04:20

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairo

Mon 5/10

22:15-00:35

Nonstop2h 20m

$704

IstanbulCairo

IST - CAI

ISTCAI

Istanbul

Sat 16/5

22:15-21:30

2 stops23h 15m

Cairo

Sun 24/5

04:00-19:55

1 stop15h 55m

$708

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Cairo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo (average of $353). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo in April is currently the most expensive (average of $450). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 April 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Cairo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairo from Istanbul?

    Cairo (CAI), located 18.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Cairo. 1 airline have flights to Cairo from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Cairo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 18 inbound flights from Istanbul per day.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    There are many flights that can get you from Istanbul Airport to Cairo in 2h 25m. Fly via Aegean Airlines or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 1263 km between Istanbul Airport and Cairo. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cairo round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo round-trip from $213. You may be able to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cairo for 45% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Cairo one-way?

    $138 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ajet. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Arabia and Air Cairo, with prices starting from $143 and $170, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo consider choosing Air Serbia(77%), LOT(77%) or Turkish Airlines(73%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    On average you can expect to pay $231 for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo. The cheapest flight overall is $216 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Cairo) is currently priced at $533.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Cairo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo (average of $353). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Cairo in April is currently the most expensive (average of $450). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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