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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairo from $700

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CAI
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
1 adult

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 (MEL) 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 26 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,257

One-way from

$709

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,510
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 28/10-17/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Cairo
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 7/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Cairo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($439 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($60 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 26 August 2025.

Tue 28/1012:00MEL - CAI
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 17/1113:30CAI - MEL
1 stop35h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/8$1,257
Tue 18/1121:40MEL - CAI
1 stop42h 05mSichuan Airlines
Tue 2/1214:00CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/8$1,280
Mon 13/1021:20MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 30mSichuan Airlines
Sat 8/1114:00CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 23/8$1,283
Sun 2/1105:00MEL - CAI
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1113:00CAI - MEL
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8$1,308
Sat 15/1121:40MEL - CAI
1 stop42h 05mSichuan Airlines
Sun 30/1114:00CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/8$1,370
Wed 15/1018:10MEL - CAI
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1014:45CAI - MEL
1 stop40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8$1,373
Sun 16/1113:35MEL - CAI
2 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1114:00CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8$1,374
Sat 15/1121:40MEL - CAI
1 stop42h 05mSichuan Airlines
Mon 1/1214:00CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/8$1,377
Thu 9/1021:20MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 30mSichuan Airlines
Thu 16/1014:45CAI - MEL
1 stop40h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/8$1,416
Tue 28/1021:40MEL - CAI
1 stop42h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1116:25CAI - MEL
2 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8$1,418

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

12:00-08:30

1 stop28h 30m

Cairo

Mon 17/11

13:30-10:00

1 stop35h 30m

$1,257

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

21:20-06:50

1 stop41h 30m

Cairo

Sat 8/11

14:00-14:30

1 stop39h 30m

$1,283

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

21:40-07:45

1 stop42h 05m

Cairo

Tue 18/11

14:00-14:30

1 stop39h 30m

$1,283

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

05:00-07:00

2 stops35h 00m

Cairo

Sun 16/11

13:00-10:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,308

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

21:40-06:45

1 stop42h 05m

Cairo

Sat 29/11

14:00-14:30

1 stop39h 30m

$1,370

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Tue 14/10

20:45-08:35

2 stops43h 50m

Cairo

Sun 9/11

12:20-15:10

2 stops41h 50m

$1,374

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 16/11

13:35-01:50

2 stops45h 15m

Cairo

Sat 29/11

14:00-14:30

1 stop39h 30m

$1,374

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 16/11

13:35-01:50

2 stops45h 15m

Cairo

Mon 1/12

14:00-14:30

1 stop39h 30m

$1,377

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

21:20-06:50

1 stop41h 30m

Cairo

Thu 16/10

14:45-15:20

1 stop40h 35m

$1,416

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

22:35-19:55

2 stops54h 20m

$700

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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 Airport to Cairo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 22 August 2025.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairo (average of $1,144). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,610). 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 26 August 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport 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.

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 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, andChina Eastern from Melbourne Airport to Cairo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews
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Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2024

IAD - DOH

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2024

IAD - DOH

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,235 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2024

IAD - DOH

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu
China Eastern
7.2
Good
162 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2024

IAD - DOH

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

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), located 18.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Cairo. 10 airlines have flights to Cairo from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Cairo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairo?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Cairo will take you 28h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13930 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairo round-trip from $1,032. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Sichuan Airlines, from $1,144, and Turkish Airlines, from $1,541. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairo for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Flights departing from Melbourne Airport and landing in Cairo stopover in Abu Dhabi most frequently. Shanghai sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairo. Chengdu comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Cairo flights.

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

    Most Shanghai visitors opt to spend their time at People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are located about 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 12.7 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong if you are interested in checking them out.

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

    Melbourne Airport to Cairo flights have a stopover in Istanbul least often. Istanbul is followed by Muscat in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairo. Dubai ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Cairo?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairo (average of $1,144). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,610). 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$1,032Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,144Average$1,304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,541Average$1,988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,636Average$2,593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,690Average$2,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,880Average$2,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapest$2,027Average$2,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,208Average$2,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,431Average$2,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,441Average$2,767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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