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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Cairo from $743

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 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CAI
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Cairo are usually found in July or June, 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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,204

One-way from

$743

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,528
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 21/7-1/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 78h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Cairo
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 24/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Cairo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($262 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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 11 July 2025.

Tue 28/1012:00MEL - CAI
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 17/1113:30CAI - MEL
1 stop35h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/7$1,111
Mon 13/1021:20MEL - CAI
1 stop41h 30mSichuan Airlines
Sat 25/1014:45CAI - MEL
1 stop39h 45mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,271
Sun 24/807:00MEL - CAI
2 stops40h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/800:59CAI - MEL
2 stops36h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,287
Tue 2/906:00AVV - CAI
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/900:20CAI - AVV
3 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$2,022

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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 11 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Cairo that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

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Cairo

Route

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

$1,111

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

21:20-06:50

1 stop41h 30m

Cairo

Sat 25/10

14:45-14:30

1 stop39h 45m

$1,271

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 24/8

07:00-16:20

2 stops40h 20m

Cairo

Sat 30/8

00:59-20:20

2 stops36h 21m

$1,287

MelbourneCairo

AVV - CAI

AVVCAI

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 2/9

06:00-09:00

2 stops34h 00m

Cairo

Sat 27/9

00:20-09:45

3 stops26h 25m

$2,022

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Wed 24/9

11:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

$743

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Thu 18/9

20:20-06:50

1 stop41h 30m

$771

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

07:00-11:10

3 stops37h 10m

$772

MelbourneCairo

AVV - CAI

AVVCAI

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 6/11

20:55-08:00

2 stops44h 05m

$890

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Fri 14/11

22:55-23:50

2 stops33h 55m

$1,300

MelbourneCairo

MEL - CAI

MELCAI

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

00:30-18:00

2 stops25h 30m

$1,344

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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 27 June 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cairo (average of $1,194). Flying from Melbourne to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,615). 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 11 July 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 11 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, 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.

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

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.

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

    Currently priced at $1,204, 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on Sichuan Airlines for as low as $1,271. Users have found that China Eastern is 40% 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 China Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $743. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sichuan Airlines and Turkish Airlines, 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 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Cairo (average of $1,194). Flying from Melbourne to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,615). 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$1,021Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,127Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,675Average$1,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,723Average$1,946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,858Average$2,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapest$2,003Average$2,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,190Average$2,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,289Average$2,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,404Average$2,712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,410Average$2,740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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