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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CAI
17 Feb — 24 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 18 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,245

One-way from

$697

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,927
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 25/3-13/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Cairo
15/4
  • 15/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 28h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Cairo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($358 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($64 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 18 January 2026.

Wed 25/312:00
MEL
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CAI
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 13/413:30
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/1$1,245
Wed 4/1112:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop28h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 19/1113:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/1$1,247
Fri 1/511:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 28/614:30
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop39h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/1$1,250
Fri 6/322:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 16/313:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/1$1,251
Tue 7/411:00
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop29h 00m
China Eastern
Sat 25/414:30
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/1$1,268
Mon 2/322:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 00m
China Eastern
Mon 9/313:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/1$1,269
Fri 17/406:45
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/514:30
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,280
Tue 17/307:25
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/313:30
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,293
Tue 13/1022:30
MEL
-
CAI
1 stop42h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 5/1113:00
CAI
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/1$1,307
Mon 2/322:40
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/320:40
CAI
-
MEL
3 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,322
Wed 18/222:40
MEL
-
CAI
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/310:15
CAI
-
MEL
3 stops37h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,325
Fri 12/610:30
AVV
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CAI
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/615:00
CAI
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AVV
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$4,514

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Cairo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Cairo that are best for you.

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MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Sun 31/5

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,250

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

22:30-07:30

1 stop42h 00m

Cairo

Thu 12/3

13:00-14:05

1 stop40h 05m

$1,251

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

22:30-07:30

1 stop42h 00m

Cairo

Sun 15/3

13:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,251

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

22:30-07:30

1 stop42h 00m

Cairo

Mon 16/3

13:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,251

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

22:40-03:40

2 stops38h 00m

Cairo

Wed 4/3

20:40-08:30

3 stops26h 50m

$1,328

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Sat 27/6

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,376

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Tue 23/6

14:30-09:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,376

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

Cairo

Tue 23/6

14:30-12:40

1 stop39h 10m

$1,376

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

01:00-22:45

2 stops30h 45m

Cairo

Mon 30/3

04:30-21:30

3 stops32h 00m

$1,432

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

16:55-23:50

2 stops39h 55m

Cairo

Sun 22/3

05:25-20:55

2 stops30h 30m

$1,461

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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 16 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Cairo is 86 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cairo (average of $1,003). Flying from Melbourne to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,495). 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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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 18 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Oman Air, Sichuan Airlines, andQatar Airways 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.

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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 29h. Fly via China Eastern 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 $996, 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 $1,089 and $1,168, respectively. Users have found that China Eastern is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Cairo one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Sichuan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $637. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Cairo for a low price.

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

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Shanghai?

    If you're on a stopover in Shanghai and looking for things to do, consider visiting People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, or Jing'an Temple. Those on a stopover in Shanghai interested in visiting People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, or Jing'an Temple can do so by traveling 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 35.4 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cairo (average of $1,003). Flying from Melbourne to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,495). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$997Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,087Average$1,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,168Average$1,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,587Average$2,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,630Average$1,923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,883Average$2,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapest$1,961Average$2,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,055Average$2,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,321Average$2,675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,369Average$2,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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