Cairo to Pendik, Istanbul (CAI–SAW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CAI–SAW is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Valuair, Nile Air and Air Arabia Egypt lead the route. The flight covers 754 miles in approximately 2h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VF Valuair | 9 | 32Q | 2h15 | – | – | – |
| NP Nile Air Also: PC | 7 | 320 | 1h45 | – | – | PC |
| E5 Air Arabia Egypt | 3 | 320 | 2h15 | – | – | – |
| NE Nesma Airlines | 3 | 321 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
| SM Air Cairo | 1 | 320 | 2h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Pendik, Istanbul from Cairo
| Metric | CAI→SAW | SPX→SAW | HBE→SAW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAI | – | 30 mi | 116 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 30 | 8 | 5 |
| Flight time | 2h 15m | 2h 10m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
CAI: EEST · SAW: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 6:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul.
Egyptian passport holders can obtain a Turkey eVisa online for USD 20, valid for a single entry and a stay of up to 30 days. Travelers aged 20 to 45 must hold a valid sticker visa or residence permit from a Schengen country, the US, UK, or Ireland to qualify for the eVisa. Those under 20 or over 45 are exempt from that requirement. You must fly on Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, or EgyptAir. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
Cairo has no direct rail link to the airport yet. Metro Line 3 terminates at Adly Mansour station, still several kilometers short of CAI. From Adly Mansour, taxis or ride-hails cover the remaining distance in 15-20 minutes. Uber and Careem from downtown Cairo to the airport cost EGP 100-200 and take 45-60 minutes outside rush hour. Rush hour (7:00-10:00, 16:00-20:00) on the Ring Road can double that.
Yellow metered taxis charge EGP 150-300 depending on your starting point. Old black-and-white taxis lack meters, so agree on a price before getting in. CTA public buses 356, 400, and 1138 run from central Cairo to the airport (EGP 5-25) but are slow and crowded. Airport shuttle buses from major hotels cost EGP 25-50. For reliability, Uber or Careem with a pre-set fare is the path of least friction.
CAI–SAW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to SAW
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) are connected by nonstop service from Valuair, Nile Air, Air Arabia Egypt, Nesma Airlines and Air Cairo. With 30 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CAI to SAW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to SAW is about 2 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 754 miles (1,214 km). There are approximately 30 weekly flights outbound and 30 return, totaling 60 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Esenboğa, Sharm El Sheikh and Antalya. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Al Jiza (SPX) and Alexandria (HBE).