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Cheap flights from Cairo to Istanbul Airport from C$ 157

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAI — IST
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Cairo to Istanbul are usually found in November or October, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cairo to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairo (CAI) to Istanbul (IST). 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 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 318

One-way from

C$ 157

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 331
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 24/2-26/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Cairo to Istanbul
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Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 1/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 00m total
  • Cairo to Istanbul
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High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cairo to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairo to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Mon 24/211:25 p.m.CAI - IST
Nonstop2h 25mEgyptair
Wed 26/23:50 a.m.IST - CAI
Nonstop2h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 16/1C$ 318
Wed 19/310:00 a.m.CAI - IST
1 stop10h 00mAegean Airlines
Wed 2/48:50 p.m.IST - CAI
1 stop6h 00mAegean Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 319
Wed 19/35:20 a.m.CAI - IST
Nonstop2h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 1/42:00 a.m.IST - CAI
Nonstop2h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 428
Sun 2/24:40 a.m.CAI - IST
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/23:50 a.m.IST - CAI
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 441
Fri 21/35:15 a.m.CAI - IST
2 stops16h 30mLufthansa
Tue 1/42:00 p.m.IST - CAI
1 stop13h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1C$ 456
Fri 21/37:50 p.m.CAI - IST
2 stops16h 55mSAUDIA
Wed 2/44:25 p.m.IST - CAI
2 stops16h 00mSAUDIA
Deal found 16/1C$ 674

Find flights from Cairo to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cairo to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Mon 24/2

11:25 p.m.-2:50 a.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 26/2

3:50 a.m.-5:05 a.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

C$ 318

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Wed 19/3

10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop10h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 2/4

8:50 p.m.-1:50 a.m.

1 stop6h 00m

C$ 319

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Wed 19/3

5:20 a.m.-8:50 a.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 1/4

2:00 a.m.-3:20 a.m.

Nonstop2h 20m

C$ 428

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Sun 2/2

4:40 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop15h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 9/2

3:50 a.m.-5:05 a.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

C$ 441

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Fri 21/3

5:15 a.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops16h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 1/4

2:00 p.m.-2:10 a.m.

1 stop13h 10m

C$ 456

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Fri 21/3

7:50 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

2 stops16h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 2/4

4:25 p.m.-7:25 a.m.

2 stops16h 00m

C$ 674

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Sun 9/2

4:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

1 stop10h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 14/2

6:05 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop9h 50m

C$ 716

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Sun 20/4

2:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 22/4

1:40 a.m.-1:15 a.m.

1 stop24h 35m

C$ 717

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Fri 14/2

12:50 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop16h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 25/2

1:50 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

1 stop13h 25m

C$ 765

CairoIstanbul

CAI - IST

CAIIST

Cairo

Tue 1/4

3:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop11h 00m

C$ 157

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Best time to book a flight from Cairo to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Cairo to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cairo to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cairo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairo to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairo to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,038). Flying from Cairo to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,396). 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 CAI to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairo to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cairo to Istanbul Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Cairo to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Cairo to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

The most flights from CAI to IST are scheduled on a Thursday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Gulf Air, Lufthansa and Air Algerie from Cairo to Istanbul have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Air Arabia
7.7
Good
46 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairo to Istanbul. 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 from for flights from Cairo to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Cairo, you will be flying from Cairo, which is the city’s only airport. Cairo (CAI) is located 18.6 km from the centre of Cairo. There are 15 flights from Cairo to Istanbul per day from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairo to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Egyptair (C$ 318), Aegean Airlines (C$ 319), and Turkish Airlines (C$ 428) offers the cheapest pricing from Cairo to Istanbul Airport. Users have found that Egyptair is 11% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Cairo to Istanbul Airport are Aegean Airlines (C$ 157), Egyptair (C$ 280), and Turkish Airlines (C$ 290).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cairo to Istanbul Airport consider choosing LOT (100%), RwandAir (78%) or Air Serbia (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Cairo to Istanbul Airport is C$ 356. On average you can expect to pay C$ 817. The most popular route, (Cairo - Istanbul), can usually be booked for C$ 539.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairo to Istanbul 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 Cairo to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairo to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,038). Flying from Cairo to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,396). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Cairo to Istanbul

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AjetCheapestC$ 211AverageC$ 297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Nile AirCheapestC$ 228AverageC$ 319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CairoCheapestC$ 250AverageC$ 288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EgyptairCheapestC$ 305AverageC$ 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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