Travel from Istanbul to Cairo

Direct flights from Istanbul (IST) to Cairo (CAI) with Turkey's national flag carrier, offering a full-service experience.

Turkish Airlines primarily operates from Istanbul Airport (IST). Passengers should aim to arrive at the airport at least 2-3 hours before international departures. Cairo International Airport (CAI) has several terminals, and ground transport options like taxis, airport limousines, and public buses are readily available for onward travel to the city center.

Direct flights from Istanbul (IST) to Cairo (CAI) with Egypt's national flag carrier.

EgyptAir typically flies from Istanbul Airport (IST). Cairo International Airport (CAI) is well-connected to the city with various transportation services including metered taxis, private limousine services, and public buses.

Direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) to Cairo (CAI) with a low-cost Turkish airline.

Pegasus Airlines operates from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), located on the Asian side of Istanbul. Travelers transferring from Istanbul Airport (IST) to SAW can use shuttle services like Havaist or private transfers, which typically take 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic.

Direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) to Cairo (CAI) with a Turkish low-cost carrier.

AJet typically operates from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW). Check baggage allowances as low-cost carriers often have stricter policies.

Direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) to Cairo (CAI) with a private Egyptian airline.

Nile Air generally flies from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW).

Direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) to Cairo (CAI) with an Egyptian low-cost and charter airline.

Air Cairo typically departs from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW).

Driving from Istanbul to Cairo is theoretically possible but highly impractical and not recommended due to geopolitical complexities and safety concerns across the overland route.

The road distance is roughly 2,230 km to 3,800 km, depending on the route. The route would typically involve crossing multiple international borders, including potentially unstable regions such as Syria, which makes it unsafe and largely inaccessible for tourists. There are no specific tourist-oriented toll systems readily available for the entire route, though tolls exist in Turkey. Visa requirements for transit through various countries would also be extensive and complex. This option is generally not feasible for direct travel between Istanbul and Cairo.