Air Arabia Egypt
E5988 Flight Status
Based on Trip.com’s real-time data, the E5988 flight operated by Air Arabia Egypt on Sep 12, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Istanbul (SAW) to Cairo (CAI). The flight is expected to depart at 14:00 and land at 16:15 .
Thu, Sep 10
Sat, Sep 12
Access more flight status info on the Trip.com app
Show more
Arrived
The flight has arrived 14m early
2h 15m
Check-in Counter
A1-A4
Boarding Gate
203A
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
Access more flight status info on the Trip.com app
Show more
Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 15m
Check-in Counter
A,C
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
Show more
Information provided by VariFlight
For the latest updates, please refer to airport announcements or consult your airline.
You can also explore more flights from Istanbul to Cairo or track other flights with our flight status tracker.
E5988 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the E5988 flight flying from Istanbul to Cairo on 9/12/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with Up to 168 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
63
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Late on average
0 minutes
Age
14y, 11m
Seats
Up to 168
Distance
--
Economy
Onboard Amenities
None
Drop-down ceiling TVs
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seating Plan
81 cm
More legroom than on 60% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
See more amenities and seat info in the app
Show more
Flight History for E5988
Trip.com historical records show that the last E5988 flight departed on Thu, Sep 10 from SAW at approximately 15:36. This flight is expected to arrrive in CAI at 17:21.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Type | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Aug 29 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 14:33 | 16:12 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 1 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 15:59 | 17:47 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 3 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 15:26 | 17:16 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 5 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 14:09 | 15:59 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 8 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 15:52 | 17:41 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 10 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 15:36 | 17:21 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 12 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 14:00 | 16:15 | Scheduled |
text.text............fake.row.text............text.........fake row
...text
Check upcoming flights with our app
Show more
E5988 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of E5988 is 63% (Late on average 25 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 0 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
25 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
0 minutes
Early
63
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
Recommended hotels in Cairo
Hotels near Cairo International Airport
Hotels near Cairo
7.8
/10
498 Reviews
Novotel Cairo Airport
0.53 km from the airport
8% off
AU$90
AU$83
8.6
/10
501 Reviews
Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
0.61 km from the airport
AU$100
9.1
/10
820 Reviews
Le Meridien Cairo Airport
1.24 km from the airport
AU$178
7.6
/10
11 Reviews
Skyline luxury suites 5 mins from Cairo Airport
2.66 km from the airport
29% off
AU$28
AU$20
9.2
/10
2 Reviews
Roadhouse New Cairo Residence
0.66 km from downtown
AU$1,481
-
/10
Reviews
Hathour Nile Cruise
1.81 km from downtown
AU$627
6
/10
4 Reviews
Host Prime - Paradise Villa with Pool at Rehab City
6.95 km from downtown
AU$476
9.2
/10
391 Reviews
Marriott Mena House, Cairo
7.92 km from downtown
AU$529
Cheap Return Flights to Istanbul
-
Thu, Sep 24Cairo (CAI)Istanbul (IST)
AJet
One way19% offAU$138AU$112 -
Tue, Sep 22Cairo (CAI)Istanbul (IST)
AJet
One way19% offAU$138AU$112
-
Tue, Sep 29Cairo (CAI)Istanbul (IST)
Nesma Airlines
One way9% offAU$138AU$126 -
Fri, Oct 9Cairo (CAI)Istanbul (IST)
Nesma Airlines
One way9% offAU$138AU$126
-
Fri, Oct 2Cairo (CAI)Istanbul (IST)
Nesma Airlines
One way9% offAU$138AU$126
-
Sat, Oct 24Cairo (CAI)Istanbul (IST)
AJet
One way7% offAU$138AU$128
More Cheap Flights
Frequently Asked Questions
-
What is the current status of flight e5988?
Flight e5988 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 14:00, arrival 16:15 (updated Sep 12, 2026). -
Is flight e5988 on time today?
Flight e5988 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 14:00, with arrival at 16:15. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight e5988 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight e5988 is scheduled to depart at 14:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 14:00, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Sep 12, 2026). -
When is flight e5988 scheduled to arrive?
Flight e5988 is scheduled to arrive at 16:15. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:15. Status is Scheduled as of Sep 12, 2026. -
What route does flight e5988 fly?
Flight e5988 is operated by Air Arabia Egypt from Istanbul (SAW) to Cairo (CAI). Typical flight time is about 2 hours15 minutes; operating days may include Saturday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight e5988?
Track flight e5988 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications. -
If flight e5988 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If e5988 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Sep 12, 2026). Contact Air Arabia Egypt or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
Has flight e5988 departed from Istanbul?
Flight e5988 has not departed from Istanbul (SAW) yet and is currently on schedule for 14:00.
Plan Your Cairo Trip: Cheap Flights, Hotels & Attractions
Hotels
Airport Transfers
Tours & Tickets
Car Rentals
Destination Info: Cairo Weather & Time
Clear with poor air quality
|
23°C - 35°C
Expected weather conditions upon arrival
0 hour time difference
Time on arrival: Istanbul 16:15
|
Cairo 16:15
Worldwide Coverage
Flights to over 5,000 cities
One-stop Service Guarantee
Price guaranteed upon confirmed payment, booking guaranteed once tickets issued
Secure Payment
Convenient & reliable booking and payment system