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 £158 to £251. The lowest price recently found on this route was £140.

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairo from Istanbul. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was £212. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Cairo is Wednesday, with ticket prices averaging around £514.

Question 2

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 £158 to £251.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £140.

Question 3

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

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As of January 2026, 148 flights take off from Istanbul and land in Cairo each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 4

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 5

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 21 flights per day flying from Istanbul to Cairo. The most common time of day flights depart is 18:00, with 40% of flights taking off in the evening.

Question 6

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

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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 £199 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairo from Istanbul for as low as £175 on momondo.

Question 7

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 departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

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

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There are 2 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 11

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

Accepted Answer

Flying to Cairo from Istanbul in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £172 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £332.

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairo?

Accepted Answer

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cairo from Istanbul, with most prices found around £184. If you don’t want to visit Cairo in May, then you should wait until February to fly from Istanbul, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £186.

Question 13

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 14

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 15

Which airlines fly to Cairo?

Accepted Answer

Egyptair, Nile Air and Air Cairo 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 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cairo. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Cairo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 5 operators available for flights from Istanbul to Cairo Airport as of January 2026.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Istanbul to Cairo Airport.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairo 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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Air Cairo	PriceFrom £94	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 34 reviews	Search Air Cairo flights
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Ajet	PriceFrom £150	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 21 reviews	Search Ajet flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom £183	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 405 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £216	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,209 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairo?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cairo from Istanbul, with most prices found around £184. If you don’t want to visit Cairo in May, then you should wait until February to fly from Istanbul, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £186.

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?

Flying to Cairo from Istanbul in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £172 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £332.

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

Which 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 departing 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 that experiences the fewest 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 fewest 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?

As of January 2026, there are 21 flights per day flying from Istanbul to Cairo. The most common time of day flights depart is 18:00, with 40% of flights taking off in the evening.

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

As of January 2026, 148 flights take off from Istanbul and land in Cairo each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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