$161 Cheap Flights from Istanbul (SAW) to Cairo (CAI)

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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Cairo (SAW-CAI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $161 for one-way flights and $238 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Cairo
Sun, Aug 3 - Thu, Aug 7
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$238 Roundtrip, just found
$238
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Cairo flight, departing Sun, Aug 3 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $238 just found
Air Cairo
Sun, Aug 3 - Tue, Aug 5
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$243 Roundtrip, just found
$243
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Cairo flight, departing Sun, Aug 3 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Tue, Aug 5, priced at $243 just found
Air Cairo
Sun, Aug 3 - Mon, Aug 4
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$249 Roundtrip, just found
$249
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Cairo flight, departing Sun, Aug 3 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $249 just found
Air Arabia Egypt
Thu, Oct 23 - Thu, Oct 30
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$252 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$252
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $252 found 17 hours ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Thu, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 2
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$253 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $253 found 1 day ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Tue, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 18
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$255 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$255
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $255 found 1 day ago
Air Cairo
Thu, Jul 31 - Thu, Aug 7
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$257 Roundtrip, just found
$257
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Cairo flight, departing Thu, Jul 31 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $257 just found
Nile Air
Sun, Aug 3 - Mon, Aug 4
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$265 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$265
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Nile Air flight, departing Sun, Aug 3 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $265 found 1 day ago
Pegasus Airlines
Sun, Aug 3 - Sat, Aug 9
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$371 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$371
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 3 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $371 found 1 hour ago
ITA Airways
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Feb 24
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$557 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$557
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select ITA Airways flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Tue, Feb 24, priced at $557 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul (SAW) to Cairo (CAI)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $200 - $1,231 per traveler.

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Select flight to Cairo Intl. CAI. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $377
CAI
Cairo Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $377
Flights from Istanbul (SAW) to Cairo (CAI)
Origin airport
Sabiha Gokcen Intl.
Destination airport
Cairo Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Arabia Egypt, Air Cairo, Emirates, ITA Airways, Nile Air, Pegasus Airlines, Qatar Airways
Roundtrip price
$238
Distance
755 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 11 mins

Istanbul to Cairo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Istanbul to Cairo

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Istanbul to Cairo are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Cairo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Cairo

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Istanbul to Cairo: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Istanbul to Cairo

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Cairo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $161 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Istanbul to Cairo flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Istanbul to Cairo airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) cost?
You can pick up cheap return fares starting at $243 from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Air Arabia flight leaving SAW on August 19 2025 and touching down at CAI. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SAW to CAI?
The cheapest flights from SAW to CAI are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Pick from 4 carriers that fly directly from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI). These include:

  • AJet
  • Nile Air
  • Air Cairo

What is the cheapest airline that flies from SAW to CAI?
With prices as low as $133 for a one-way journey from SAW to CAI, Air Arabia is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SAW on August 19 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Each day, an average of 3 direct flights take off from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI). Pick the departure time that fits your schedule best.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
More travelers fly between SAW and CAI at 4 PM than at any other time. Looking to skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAW to CAI?
If you fly on a Thursday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI).
What is the earliest flight from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)'s first flight to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) departs at approximately 1:15PM UTC+3. With a total flight time of 2h 5m, you'll touch down at around 2:20PM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Flights from SAW to CAI have an average travel time of 2 hours and 7 minutes. The total distance between the two is 760 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAW to CAI?
With 100% of flights usually landing on schedule, Air Cairo has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI). To keep track of your flight status and get notified about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
To land at Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) on time, pick a flight that leaves from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Cairo from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)?
You'll touch down at Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) or Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.) when you travel to Cairo on a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SAW to CAI are typically more expensive. To secure the best rates, start looking for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to find a cheap ticket right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a SAW to CAI flight and hotel package?
Opting for a SAW to CAI flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels in one place. Choose from our wide range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Typically, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your SAW to CAI flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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