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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Cairo:

• Earliest: departs at 1:55 am and lands at 4:18 am
• Latest: departs at 10:25 pm and lands at 12:48 am.

The flight takes about 2h 23m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Istanbul Airport to Cairo takes 2h 23m, covering 785 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo range from $257 to $376, with an average of $295 over the past 12 months. Anything below $257 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the $295 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $185 round-trip via Sharjah (SHJ), compared to $296 for nonstop.

Turkish Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Egyptair has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Istanbul Airport to Cairo flights are:

• Turkish Airlines: 88% on time
• Egyptair: 75% on time
• Air Cairo: 51% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $23–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Nile Air and Air Cairo. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Night is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Cairo flights, with 37% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and morning flights for 13%.

One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Cairo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $136, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

Cairo Airport (CAI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Autounion Car Rental
• Avis
• Hertz
• Sixt

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Cairo (CAI).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul Airport to Cairo route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 46m.

One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo most commonly connect through:

• Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) - 48% of one-stop connections
• Sharjah (SHJ) - 43% of one-stop connections
• Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) - 5% of one-stop connections
• Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP) - 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Cairo. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $275 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $316, a difference of $41.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Istanbul Airport and Cairo. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Turkish Airlines
• Egyptair
• Air Cairo

Flying via Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 52m, compared with 6h 48m via Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and 11h 01m via Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP).

Some of the most popular sights in Cairo are Tahrir Square, Egyptian Museum and Cairo International Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Cairo on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Istanbul Airport to Cairo flights:

• Egyptair: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Air Cairo: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Egyptair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

After flying from Istanbul International Airport (IST) to Cairo International Airport, you may reach downtown Cairo by taxi or bus. The official white taxis are located outside Terminals 1, 2, and 3. The trip should take around 25 minutes depending on traffic. Alternatively, you can take the public bus 111 to Shoubra or 381 to Imbaba. Both depart from Terminal 1 and take around 50 minutes to reach downtown.

Yes, multiple airlines offer family-friendly services for passengers flying from IST to CAI. For example, Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines both allow families to enjoy priority boarding, additional snacks, and dedicated in-flight entertainment suitable for all ages. Strollers can be safely stored in the hold and will be made available upon arrival at CAI.

Yes, the Cairo International Airport has facilities and services for passengers with reduced mobility. These include accessible toilets throughout the terminals as well as entrances and car parks that are wheelchair-accessible. In addition, wheelchair assistance is available upon request, but it’s recommended to give 48 hours advance notice. Lastly, it’s recommended to reserve a wheelchair taxi for drives to Downtown Cairo.

The sustainability of flights from IST to CAI varies between airlines, however, most are dedicated to environmentally sustainable practices. Pegasus Airlines is committed to reducing its carbon emissions by 20% before 2030 through fleet modernization. Similarly, Turkish Airlines strives to enhance fuel efficiency and eliminate waste by modernizing its fleet.