How long is the flight from Cairo to Istanbul?

CAI–IST is 2h 15m nonstop, covering 1,264 km (785 mi).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cairo to Istanbul?

Air Cairo, EgyptAir, Turkish Airlines operate this route nonstop.

How much is a flight from Cairo to Istanbul?

One-way fares on CAI–IST recently started from $80. The lowest recent fare is for travel in February 2027. Fares change daily, so check current prices before booking.

How often do flights run from Cairo to Istanbul?

The route is served 7 days a week (60 scheduled departures).

Flights from Cairo to Istanbul

CAIIST

Cairo International Airport (Cairo, Egypt) → İstanbul Airport (Istanbul, Türkiye)

Also known as Istanbul.

Nonstop: 2h 15m
Distance: 1,264 km
Frequency: 7×/week
One-way from: $80
Airlines: Air Cairo, EgyptAir, Turkish Airlines

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Weekly schedule

Monday

TK68702:20→05:452h 25mTurkish Airlines
TK69305:25→08:502h 25mTurkish Airlines
SM30308:00→11:152h 15mAir Cairo
MS73709:30→13:002h 30mEgyptAir
TK69110:15→13:502h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS73514:20→17:502h 30mEgyptAir
TK75515:30→19:052h 35mTurkish Airlines
TK69520:45→00:202h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS74523:20→02:502h 30mEgyptAir

Tuesday

TK68702:20→05:452h 25mTurkish Airlines
TK69305:25→08:502h 25mTurkish Airlines
SM30308:00→11:152h 15mAir Cairo
MS73709:30→13:002h 30mEgyptAir
TK69110:15→13:502h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS73514:20→17:502h 30mEgyptAir
TK75515:30→19:052h 35mTurkish Airlines
TK69520:45→00:202h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS74523:20→02:502h 30mEgyptAir

Wednesday

TK68702:20→05:452h 25mTurkish Airlines
TK69305:25→08:502h 25mTurkish Airlines
SM30308:00→11:152h 15mAir Cairo
MS73709:30→13:002h 30mEgyptAir
TK69110:15→13:502h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS73514:20→17:502h 30mEgyptAir
TK69520:45→00:202h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS74523:20→02:502h 30mEgyptAir

Thursday

TK68702:20→05:452h 25mTurkish Airlines
TK69305:15→08:502h 35mTurkish Airlines
SM30308:00→11:152h 15mAir Cairo
MS73709:30→13:002h 30mEgyptAir
TK69110:15→13:502h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS73514:20→17:502h 30mEgyptAir
TK75515:30→19:052h 35mTurkish Airlines
TK69520:45→00:202h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS74523:20→02:502h 30mEgyptAir

Friday

TK68702:20→05:452h 25mTurkish Airlines
TK69305:25→08:502h 25mTurkish Airlines
SM30308:00→11:152h 15mAir Cairo
MS73709:30→13:002h 30mEgyptAir
TK69110:15→13:502h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS73514:20→17:502h 30mEgyptAir
TK69520:45→00:202h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS74523:20→02:502h 30mEgyptAir

Saturday

TK68702:20→05:452h 25mTurkish Airlines
TK69305:25→08:502h 25mTurkish Airlines
SM30308:00→11:152h 15mAir Cairo
MS73709:30→13:002h 30mEgyptAir
TK69110:15→13:502h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS73514:20→17:502h 30mEgyptAir
TK75515:30→19:052h 35mTurkish Airlines
TK69520:45→00:202h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS74523:20→02:502h 30mEgyptAir

Sunday

TK68702:20→05:452h 25mTurkish Airlines
TK69305:25→08:502h 25mTurkish Airlines
SM30308:00→11:152h 15mAir Cairo
MS73709:30→13:002h 30mEgyptAir
TK69110:15→13:502h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS73514:20→17:502h 30mEgyptAir
TK69520:45→00:202h 35mTurkish Airlines
MS74523:20→02:502h 30mEgyptAir

Cairo to Istanbul — frequently asked

How long is the flight from Cairo to Istanbul?: CAI–IST is 2h 15m nonstop, covering 1,264 km (785 mi).
Which airlines fly nonstop from Cairo to Istanbul?: Air Cairo, EgyptAir, Turkish Airlines operate this route nonstop.
How much is a flight from Cairo to Istanbul?: One-way fares on CAI–IST recently started from $80. The lowest recent fare is for travel in February 2027. Fares change daily, so check current prices before booking.
How often do flights run from Cairo to Istanbul?: The route is served 7 days a week (60 scheduled departures).