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Popular flight routes to Cairo

New York City
Flights from New York Cityto Cairo
475$
453$
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Washington, D.C.
Flights from Washington, D.C.to Cairo
423$
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Los Angeles, CA
Flights from Los Angeles, CAto Cairo
642$
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Chicago
Flights from Chicagoto Cairo
1007$
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Newark, NJ
Flights from Newark, NJto Cairo
1875$
1859$
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San Francisco, CA
Flights from San Francisco, CAto Cairo
2416$
2410$
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How long is the flight to Cairo?

If you’re planning to fly to Cairo, we at eDreams have looked into the most popular routes to help you plan your trip. From New York City, the flight takes about 12h 11m; from Washington, D.C., around 14h 41m; and from Chicago, approximately 15h 23m.
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New York CityWashington, D.C.ChicagoLos Angeles, CASan Francisco, CA
0h 5h 10h 15h 20h
12h 11m
14h 41m
15h 23m
15h 27m
15h 37m

How much does a flight to Cairo cost?

At eDreams you can find flights from Dallas, TX to Cairo starting from $558, with an average price of $1,089. If you depart from other cities such as Seattle, WA, you can find tickets from $605, and from Indianapolis, IN starting from $668, according to data from the last 72 hours.
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About Cairo

Cairo is a mesmerizing assortment of iconic monuments, bustling markets, and ancient sites encircled by a vast and sprawling metropolis. At its core lies a maze-like medieval quarter. A world away from the modern side of the city, it boasts a seductive blend of intricate mosques, jostling crowds, madrasas, and traditional hammams. No visit could be complete without visiting the awe-inspiring Giza Pyramids that preside over the city's horizon. Whether you come to delve into the city's ancient past, dive into colorful souqs, sip mint tea and contemplate thousands of years of history or explore the city's cosmopolitan side, you'll be left with memories to last a lifetime. Discover here the best offers for Flight + Hotel to Cairo.

Things to do and places to visit in Cairo

The multi-layered capital of Egypt offers its visitors lively markets, authentic restaurants, and a multitude of ancient sights and archeological findings. Gaze in wonder at the Pyramids, take an awe-inspiring look at Tutankhamen's burial mask, shop for handmade souvenirs in the bazaars or hop on a sunset cruise down the Nile and embrace the sensory overload that is Cairo.

Take a vacation in Cairo and you can:

  • Visit the Great Sphinx of Giza, one of Ancient Egypt's great mysteries
  • Explore the ramparts of the Salah El-Din Citadel
  • Join locals drinking coffee at Fishawi Café, one of Cairo's first cafes and most important meeting spots
  • Marvel at the seemingly endless historical artifacts on display at the Egyptian Museum
  • Learn about the Ummayad, Ottoman, and Ayyubbid dynasties and more at the Museum of Islamic Art
  • Haggle for souvenirs and gifts at the Khan el-Khalili souk
  • See one of the world's oldest universities at the Al-Azhar Mosque, one of the city's original mosques
  • Take a tour of the showstopping Giza pyramids
  • Savor local cuisine such as mezze in the old city
  • Wander through the labyrinth-like streets of Coptic Cairo, the city's ancient quarter, and spot Roman relics

Airport(s) near Cairo

Cairo International Airport
Top Carriers
A number of major airlines operate flights to Cairo including: Egyptair, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines.
Location
Cairo International Airport is situated approximately 14 miles from the city center.
Transportation
Car rental agencies operate from the airport and a shuttle bus connects the different terminals. You can catch the Cairo Airport Shuttle Bus to several destinations across the city including downtown. Taxis can be picked up outside the Arrivals Hall.

Popular destinations near Cairo

Flying to Cairo is the fastest and most convenient way to reach these nearby destinations:

  • Shubra El Kheima
  • Helwan
  • 6th of October City
  • Obour City
  • Badr City
  • 10th of Ramadan City
  • Qalyub
  • Banha
  • Zagazig
  • Fayoum
  • Ismailia
  • Suez
  • Ain Sokhna
  • Tanta
  • Benha

Frequently asked questions about flights to Cairo

How can I find cheap flights to Cairo on eDreams?
At eDreams you will find flights from $108 to Cairo. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to Cairo.
When's the best time to book flights to Cairo?
By this we mean when travellers book their tickets. For the best time to actually travel to Cairo, read on.
When's the best time to go to Cairo?
According to our customers' flight searches, the best time to fly to Cairo is March.
The next best month to travel to Cairo is February.
And let's not forget April, the third top choice for travelling to Cairo.
However if you prefer things on the less busy side, we can highlight December as the least popular month for flights to Cairo.
What are the cheapest airlines flying to Cairo?

Looking at the prices of our customers' bookings from US to Cairo, your best bet for cheap flights is:

  • Ethiopian Airlines: the average price of a one way flight is $896.70 . The average price of a New York City ticket to Cairo is $887.85 and $1,060.22 if you leave from Newark, NJ.
  • Gulf Air: a one-way ticket costs on average $909.32: this has been calculated taking as a reference the average price of flights of New York City to Cairo, which amounts to $909.37 and that of flights departing from Washington, D.C., whose average price is $1,039.06.
  • Saudi Arabian Airlines: the average price of a one-way ticket is $942.27. The flight between New York City and Cairo costs on average $895.01 and the ticket price from Washington, D.C. round the $1,063.56.
Which airlines fly to Cairo?

Airlines flying direct from the US to Cairo include:

  • Air Cairo, with flights from New York City, Los Angeles, CA and from Newark, NJ, for example.
  • Egyptair also operates numerous flights, some of them originating from Sharjah, Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada.
  • Nile Air, with flights from Sharjah to Cairo and Gassim and also from Istanbul.

Airlines with indirect flights to Cairo include:

  • Etihad Airways, which flies from New York City, Washington, D.C. or Newark, NJ.
  • Emirates, with flights from Dallas, TX and Atlanta, GA, as well as from Detroit.
  • Qatar Airways, with flights from Chicago, New York City and also Boston, MA.
How long before a flight to Cairo should I be at the airport?
If you want to be on time for your flight to Cairo, you should get to the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs, and boarding the airplane can take some time. At eDreams, you can find the best deals for flights to Cairo departing from over 219 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to Cairo with eDreams you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!

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