$106 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 $106 for one-way flights and $102 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Nile Air
Wed, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 20
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$102 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Nile Air flight, departing Wed, Jan 14 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $102 found 2 days ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Oct 23
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$196 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $196 found 2 days ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Tue, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 25
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$197 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $197 found 4 days ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Tue, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 11
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$198 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $198 found 4 days ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Oct 14
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$199 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $199 found 4 days ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Tue, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 6
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$206 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $206 found 3 days ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Tue, Oct 28 - Thu, Oct 30
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$207 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $207 found 3 days ago
Air Cairo
Mon, Oct 27 - Tue, Oct 28
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$231 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air Cairo flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $231 found 1 hour ago
Pegasus Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 23
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$355 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$355
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Pegasus Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $355 found 20 hours ago
Jazeera Airways
Fri, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 10
SAW
Istanbul
CAI
Cairo
$465 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$465
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Jazeera Airways flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from Istanbul to Cairo, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $465 found 22 hours ago

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $201 - $1,326 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Cairo

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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 $298
CAI
Cairo Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $298
Flights from Istanbul (SAW) to Cairo (CAI)
Origin airport
Sabiha Gokcen Intl.
Destination airport
Cairo Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Arabia Egypt, Air Cairo, ITA Airways, Jazeera Airways, Nile Air, Pegasus Airlines, Qatar Airways, flynas
Roundtrip price
$101
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 January. 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 $106 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?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $106 or cheap return flight from $102 from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Flying in January is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SAW and CAI. You'll typically find the lowest prices during the off-season.
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 Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Cheap flights from Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) are often available with low-cost carriers like Air Arabia Egypt and Air Cairo. Keep in mind that prices can change depending on departure dates, demand and how early you book. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily filter your results to find a SAW to CAI flight that's within your budget.
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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