Air Arabia Egypt E5988 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the E5988 flight operated by Air Arabia Egypt on Nov 12, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Istanbul (SAW) to Cairo (CAI). The flight is expected to depart at 13:15 (local time in Istanbul, UTC+3) and arrive at 14:04 (local time in Cairo, UTC+2) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 30m early
2h 20m
Check-in Counter
C1-C4
Boarding Gate
204B
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 20m
Check-in Counter
A1-A4
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Canceled
Please refer to the airline for the latest information
Check-in Counter
A,C
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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E5988 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the E5988 flight from Istanbul to Cairo on 11/12/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 1m. The aircraft has Up to 168 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
5 minutes
Age
15y, 1m
Seats
Up to 168
Flight Distance
--
Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Drop-down ceiling TVs
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
81 cm
More legroom than on 67% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for E5988
Trip.com historical records show that the last E5988 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from SAW at approximately 13:24. This flight is expected to arrrive in CAI at 14:05.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 31 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 14:46 | 15:45 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 3 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 13:45 | 14:36 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 5 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 14:36 | 15:24 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 15:55 | 16:45 | Delayed |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 15:35 | 16:19 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 13:24 | 14:05 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Istanbul (SAW) | Cairo (CAI) | 320 | 13:15 | 14:04 | Scheduled |
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E5988 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of E5988 is 73% (Late on average 21 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 5 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
3
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
5 minutes
Early
70
%
On time
23
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
3
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight e5988?
Flight e5988 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 13:15, arrival 14:35 (updated Nov 12, 2026).Is flight e5988 on time today?
Flight e5988 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 13:15, with arrival at 14:35. 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 13:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:15, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 12, 2026).When is flight e5988 scheduled to arrive?
Flight e5988 is scheduled to arrive at 14:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:04. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 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 hours 20 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.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 Nov 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 13:15.
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