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Only Ajet operates flights between Cairo and Ankara.

Flights from Cairo to Ankara usually depart from Cairo (CAI) and arrive at Ankara Esenboga (ESB).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Ajet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairo to Ankara.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £176 return, compared with £250 via a stopover through Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £31–£31 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Egyptair and British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Connecting flights from Cairo to Ankara most commonly pass through:

• Istanbul (IST) – 54% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 46% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Cairo to Ankara route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £165 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £241, a difference of £75. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Kizilay Square is one of the most viewed places in Ankara on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cairo to Ankara:

• Earliest: departs at 13:55 and lands at 15:55
• Latest: departs at 19:40 and lands at 21:40.

The flight takes about 2h 00m.

A direct flight from Cairo to Ankara takes 2h 00m, covering 697 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from Cairo to Ankara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £73, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 12m, compared to 6h 15m via Istanbul (IST).

Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £11 for economy cars. Top options include:
· CIRCULAR
· Avec Car Rental
· ESSENCE CAR RENTAL
· Nissa Car Rental
· Alamo

Return flights from Cairo to Ankara range from £170 to £235, with an average of £199 over the past 12 months. Anything below £170 counts as a good deal.