Pendik, Istanbul to Cairo
1h 56m The flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) covers 1,214 km (754 miles) and takes approximately 1h 56m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads south on an initial great-circle bearing of 170°, passing near 35.5° N, 30.4° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 2h 12m | 2h 38m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 1h 33m | 1h 59m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 1h 21m | 1h 46m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 1h 26m | 1h 51m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| SAW | CAI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport | Cairo International Airport |
| City | Pendik, Istanbul | Cairo |
| Country | Turkey | Egypt |
| ICAO | LTFJ | HECA |
| Coordinates | 40.8986, 29.3092 | 30.1115, 31.3967 |
| Elevation | 312 ft | 322 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Pendik, Istanbul to Cairo?
A non-stop flight from Pendik, Istanbul (SAW) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 1h 56m. The great-circle distance is 1,214 km (754 miles, 656 nautical miles), flying south on an initial bearing of 170°.
How far is Pendik, Istanbul from Cairo?
1,214 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 754 miles or 656 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between SAW and CAI?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 1,214 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Other routes from Pendik, Istanbul
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.