Cheap flights from Melbourne to Cairo from $697

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 23/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CAI
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Cairo are usually found in July or August, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Cairo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Cairo (CAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,199

One-way from

$697

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,955
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 1/3-31/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Cairo
23/10
  • 23/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Cairo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($399 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Cairo

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Wed 15/1012:00MEL - CAI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 22/1014:30CAI - MEL
1 stop35h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/9$1,205
Sat 11/1012:00MEL - CAI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 23/1014:30CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/9$1,215
Wed 15/1015:50MEL - CAI
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1014:45CAI - MEL
1 stop40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,224
Wed 15/1012:00MEL - CAI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 29/1014:00CAI - MEL
1 stop36h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/9$1,238
Tue 14/1000:30MEL - CAI
2 stops27h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 30/1105:25CAI - MEL
2 stops30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,239
Wed 15/1015:50MEL - CAI
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1114:00CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,245
Mon 10/1122:30MEL - CAI
1 stop42h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 17/1113:00CAI - MEL
1 stop36h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/9$1,260
Tue 28/1022:30MEL - CAI
1 stop42h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 17/1113:00CAI - MEL
1 stop36h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/9$1,293
Wed 15/1012:00MEL - CAI
1 stop29h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 30/1113:00CAI - MEL
1 stop36h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/9$1,305
Wed 15/1015:50MEL - CAI
2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/1003:55CAI - MEL
3 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$1,308
Sat 22/1120:55AVV - CAI
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1212:30CAI - AVV
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$2,923
Mon 10/1120:55AVV - CAI
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1100:50CAI - AVV
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$2,926

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Price

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

00:30-20:20

2 stops27h 50m

Cairo

Mon 27/10

06:25-09:25

2 stops43h 00m

$1,491

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

00:30-20:20

2 stops27h 50m

Cairo

Wed 29/10

06:25-09:25

2 stops43h 00m

$1,602

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

00:30-20:20

2 stops27h 50m

Cairo

Sun 26/10

06:25-09:25

2 stops43h 00m

$1,609

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

22:55-09:20

2 stops43h 25m

Cairo

Fri 6/3

05:25-20:45

2 stops30h 20m

$1,635

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

22:55-19:45

2 stops29h 50m

Cairo

Wed 4/3

05:25-09:25

2 stops43h 00m

$1,687

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

12:00-07:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Thu 15/1

13:00-14:05

1 stop40h 05m

$1,719

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

15:30-04:20

2 stops44h 50m

Cairo

Mon 27/10

06:25-09:25

2 stops43h 00m

$1,747

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Thu 16/10

15:30-08:55

2 stops25h 25m

Cairo

Fri 31/10

05:25-09:25

2 stops43h 00m

$1,747

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sat 22/11

16:55-09:20

2 stops25h 25m

Cairo

Mon 1/12

20:40-06:15

2 stops24h 35m

$1,749

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

15:10-03:40

2 stops45h 30m

Cairo

Tue 10/3

05:25-20:45

2 stops30h 20m

$1,774

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Cairo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Cairo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Cairo is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Cairo?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cairo (average of $1,119). Flying from Melbourne to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,596). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne to Cairo is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Cairo flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Cairo?

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 17 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, andChina Eastern from Melbourne to Cairo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Cairo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairo from Melbourne?

    Cairo (CAI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Melbourne to Cairo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cairo from Melbourne; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 10 airlines have flights to the Cairo airport from Melbourne. It is only a 18.6 km journey from Cairo (CAI) to Cairo’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Cairo?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to Cairo in 27h 50m. Fly via Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. Melbourne and Cairo are separated by a distance of 13930 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Cairo round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,002, China Eastern will fly you from Melbourne to Cairo and back. In addition to China Eastern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Sichuan Airlines and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,109 and $1,469, respectively. Users have found that China Eastern is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Cairo?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Shanghai?

    The majority of Shanghai visitors spend their time at People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park. Those on a layover in Shanghai interested in visiting People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, or Shanghai WIld Animal Park can do so by travelling 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 12.7 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Cairo flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Cairo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Cairo?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cairo (average of $1,119). Flying from Melbourne to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,596). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Cairo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Cairo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,002Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,109Average$1,269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,469Average$1,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,591Average$2,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,648Average$1,966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,828Average$2,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapest$1,971Average$2,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,140Average$2,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,364Average$2,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,395Average$2,689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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