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Cheap flights to Cairo from $864

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — CAI
1 May — 8 May1
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Flights to Cairo in 2024

Find the latest flights to Cairo in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 605,443 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,644

Return from

$1,062

One-way from

$864
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairo
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Cairo (CAI)

Cheap flights to Cairo in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Cairo in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 605,443 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Cairo in April and May 2024. Deals update frequently so be sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for.
Sun 19/511:00SYD - CAI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 3/614:30CAI - SYD
1 stop35h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/4$1,062
Sun 26/520:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mSichuan Airlines
Wed 5/614:45CAI - SYD
1 stop40h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,141
Fri 24/520:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mSichuan Airlines
Fri 31/514:45CAI - SYD
1 stop40h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,148
Sun 19/520:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/612:55CAI - SYD
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,379
Sun 26/520:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/612:55CAI - SYD
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,429
Fri 24/520:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/512:55CAI - SYD
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,448
Wed 15/512:35SYD - CAI
3 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/614:45CAI - SYD
1 stop40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,471
Sun 26/509:45SYD - CAI
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/618:05CAI - SYD
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,498
Wed 15/509:45SYD - CAI
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/614:45CAI - SYD
1 stop40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,508

Cairo 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Cairo in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 605,443 searches and data were last updated on 26 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Cairo in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 19/511:00SYD - CAI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 3/614:30CAI - SYD
1 stop35h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/4$1,062
Sun 26/520:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mSichuan Airlines
Wed 5/614:45CAI - SYD
1 stop40h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,141
Fri 24/520:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mSichuan Airlines
Fri 31/514:45CAI - SYD
1 stop40h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,148
Sun 13/1010:45SYD - CAI
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1117:20CAI - SYD
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,299
Mon 3/620:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/710:50CAI - SYD
2 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,365
Sun 2/620:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/712:55CAI - SYD
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,366
Tue 4/620:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/710:50CAI - SYD
2 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,368
Fri 7/620:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/712:55CAI - SYD
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$1,374
Sun 19/520:20SYD - CAI
1 stop41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/612:55CAI - SYD
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,379

One-way flights to Cairo

Explore one-way flight options to Cairo for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 605,443 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
These are some of the best available deals on flights to Cairo. Book a round-trip flight to Cairo instead by using the search form above.
Fri 28/614:40SYD - CAI
2 stops47h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$864
Thu 27/611:15SYD - CAI
3 stops50h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$874
Sat 29/614:40SYD - CAI
2 stops47h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$884
Sun 30/611:15SYD - CAI
3 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$895
Sat 29/610:15SYD - CAI
3 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$950
Thu 27/608:30SYD - CAI
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$995
Sun 30/609:45SYD - CAI
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,064
Sat 29/620:30SYD - CAI
1 stop43h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/4$1,101
Sun 30/611:00SYD - CAI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/4$1,108

Average price of flights to Cairo by month

Plan your trip to Cairo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Cairo is currently $971 while a return flight costs $1,296. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Cairo (average of $1,347). Flying to Cairo in July will prove the most costly (average of $1,847). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$2,168

February

$2,068

March

$2,238

April

$2,194

May

$2,375

June

$2,570

July

$2,836

August

$2,793

September

$2,548

October

$2,387

November

$2,424

December

$2,791

Peak Season:

Most visitors book flights to Cairo from mid-October to May, which is known as the high season. During the peak season a number of festivals are hosted within Cairo. One such example is the Cairo International Jazz Festival, which usually takes place during March and includes jazz orchestras from United States, Spain, Lebanon, France and Germany, to name a few. Alongside the event, a number of activities are available for visitors to attend, including workshops, kids’ programs, master classes and film screenings.

Off Season:

The summer months (June-August) are low season and it may be easier to find cheap flights to Cairo. The combination of high temperatures – up to 35 degrees – and smog can be unpleasant for visitors. During Ramadan, the month of fasting, which is one of the most important parts of the Islamic calendar, many museums and tourist sites close early, many restaurants only open after sundown and the streets will be deserted.This should be taken into consideration when booking your flights, as you may not be able to make the most out of your trip if attractions you’d like to visit are closed. Ramadan takes place approximately mid-September to mid-October, however, it varies from year to year, so check the exact date before you plan your trip.

Shoulder Season:

September is a pleasant time to book a flight. The weather starts to cool down slightly, with the temperature on average about 26 degrees Celsius and there are also fewer crowds.

Temperature and rainfall in Cairo by month

Plan your trip to Cairo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CAI

Temperature

13 - 28 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Cairo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Cairo should consider flying on Saturday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Cairo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairo. Reviews last updated 26 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Sichuan Airlines, Etihad Airways and Emirates to Cairo have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.4
Good
724 reviews

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I had 1:50 hrs to change planes in Cairo and my suitcase was delayed from Cairo to Casablanca. I was one of several passengers that faced this issue coming from various locations into Cairo and onwards to Casablanca, with a transit time of two hours or less. (I was told 16 suitcases were delayed). The transit time of 1:50 hrs is obviously not enough for EgyptAir to transfer baggage, why sell tickets with such short transfer time if they can't handle it? Moreover, they would not reimburse me for expenses I incurred because of delayed luggage. I will not be taking EgyptAir again.

7.4
Good
724 reviews
7.4
Good
724 reviews

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I had 1:50 hrs to change planes in Cairo and my suitcase was delayed from Cairo to Casablanca. I was one of several passengers that faced this issue coming from various locations into Cairo and onwards to Casablanca, with a transit time of two hours or less. (I was told 16 suitcases were delayed). The transit time of 1:50 hrs is obviously not enough for EgyptAir to transfer baggage, why sell tickets with such short transfer time if they can't handle it? Moreover, they would not reimburse me for expenses I incurred because of delayed luggage. I will not be taking EgyptAir again.

7.2
Good
565 reviews
7.4
Good
724 reviews

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I had 1:50 hrs to change planes in Cairo and my suitcase was delayed from Cairo to Casablanca. I was one of several passengers that faced this issue coming from various locations into Cairo and onwards to Casablanca, with a transit time of two hours or less. (I was told 16 suitcases were delayed). The transit time of 1:50 hrs is obviously not enough for EgyptAir to transfer baggage, why sell tickets with such short transfer time if they can't handle it? Moreover, they would not reimburse me for expenses I incurred because of delayed luggage. I will not be taking EgyptAir again.

Cairo climate

Temperatures at this time of year generally stay between 23 and 24 degrees Celsius, with night-time temperatures about 10 degrees. However, when packing your suitcase, bare in mind temperatures can soar to above 32 degrees and have been known to drop to lower than 9 degrees at some times during this period.

Getting around Cairo

There are taxis and limousines available at Cairo International Airport (CAI). Taxis operate on a flat-fare system and fees are the same as the limousine service.

The Cairo Airport Shuttle Bus serves central Cairo as well as Heliopolis, Giza and Nasr-City.

There are airport bus services too. Air-conditioned and non air-conditioned buses can be picked up from Terminal 1.

It’s not advisable to drive in Cairo. Lots of the city is walkable and taxis are cheap and plentiful. Ensure that you choose the taxi, don’t let it choose you. Don’t select one of the taxis parked outside expensive hotels or restaurants. It’s like having “tourist” written on your forehead and you’ll pay more than you need to.

The metro train system is efficient, punctual and clean. There are women-only carriages. You’ll see the “Women” signs above the platforms; the train carriage for women will be beside the signs.

Locals use microbuses to get around. This is an option best left to those who speak Arabic and those with a good knowledge of Cairo.

What is good to know if travelling to Cairo?

  • Official Egypt takes a long lunch break – 1pm to 4pm. Lunch is the main meal of the day. 
  • There is gold everywhere in the Egyptian Museum. King Tutankhamen’s gold death mask is the star exhibit and you’ll also see just about everything that was buried with him – a statue of Isis, the goddess, protecting Tutankhamun’s shrine, gold bangles, an alabaster perfume vase, a magnificent pectoral, detailed corselet and gold rings. The museum is in Midan Tahrir. 
  • The Birqash Camel Market is an easy day trip from Cairo. Get there early and choose a good spot to see the action. 
  • Coptic Cairo (Masr al-Qadima) has been inhabited for more than 2,000 years. It’s the centre of the Coptic Christian community. There are lots of ancient and beautiful churches, including Saint Mary Church (Haret Elroum), Saint Mercurius Church and the The Hanging Church.
  • What does CAI mean?

    This is just an IATA (International Air Transport Association) code. IATA codes are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Cairo Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a CAI flight.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairo?

    Travellers will need to book flights to Cairo (CAI) if they wish to fly to Cairo. The Cairo airport is 18.6 km from the city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Cairo if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cairo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Cairo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cairo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Cairo?

    Cairo Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Cairo. One-way flights to Cairo Airport typically cost $33, while return flights cost around $353.

  • How much is a return flight to Cairo?

    A return flight to Cairo will typically cost around $279, however they can be found for as little as $230.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Cairo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Cairo, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Cairo Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cairo Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cairo Airport?

    Yes. Cairo Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Cairo Airport is the closest property to Cairo Airport (0.0 km away from Cairo Airport).

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