Question 1

How can I find cheap flights to Cairo on the eDreams website?

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At eDreams, we make it easy to find the perfect flight to Cairo, with fares starting from just $ 131. Our smart tech searches for the best deals, giving you heaps of options. Whether you’re after the cheapest fare or the most convenient schedule, we make planning your trip dead simple.

Question 2

What airlines fly to Cairo?

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These are the airlines with direct flights to Cairo:

Air Cairo flies direct to Cairo from Sharm el-Sheikh, Luxor, and Hurghada.
Egyptair also offers direct flights to Cairo from Amman, Sharm el-Sheikh, and Luxor. Perfect if you want a straightforward trip from these cities.
Nesma Airlines flies direct from Luxor and Aswan, and they also have service from Jeddah.

Here are some other options for flights to Cairo that might include a stopover:

Turkish Airlines flies to Cairo from Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth.
Gulf Air also heads to Cairo from Sydney, Melbourne, and Singapore, giving you a few handy departure options.
Finally, Lufthansa flies to Cairo from lots of spots, including London, Washington, D.C., and Osaka.

Question 3

When traveling to Cairo, what's the recommended arrival time at the airport before my flight?

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To kick off your trip without any dramas, rock up to the airport 2–3 hours before your flight. This gives you plenty of time to check in, get through security, customs, and drop off your bags, and leaves room in case anything crops up.

With eDreams, you can snag top-flight deals to Cairo from over 28 cities. We’ve also got extras to make your airport time a breeze – priority boarding, extra luggage, and lounge access for a bit of comfort.

For extra peace of mind, think about picking a refundable fare or chucking on some travel insurance so you can start your trip feeling ready and relaxed.

Question 4

How many airports serve Cairo?

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Cairo is served by 1 airport[s]. The main one, Cairo International Airport, flies to 28 cities, with heaps of domestic and international options. The most popular flights head to Jeddah, Kuala Lumpur, and Beirut. Whether you’re travelling for work or a holiday, there’s plenty of ways to get where you need to go.

Question 5

How far is the airport from the city center in Cairo?

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The Cairo International Airport, which serves Cairo, is about 2 kms from the city centre. Its handy location makes it easy for travellers to get to all the main attractions and amenities.

Question 6

What is the average cost to travel from the Cairo airport to the city center?

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When getting from the airport to the city, you’ve got a few options:

Public Transport: For around 0.53 $ per person, you can jump on a bus or train – cheap and easy.

Taxi: A taxi from Cairo International Airport to the city centre usually costs about 0.61 $ per kilometre. Perfect if you’ve got heaps of luggage or want to get there quick-smart.

Car Rental: For the ultimate freedom to explore Cairo at your own pace, grab a car with eDreams. Pick it up at Cairo International Airport and hit the road straight to your destination, stopping wherever you like along the way.

Question 7

What's a reasonable budget for a trip to Cairo?

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Planning a trip to Cairo? Here’s a quick run-down of what you might expect to spend on grub and drinks:

Affordable Dining: 7.59 $
Moderate Dining: 36.42 $
Cheap Restaurant: 9.11 $
Local Beer: 2.43 $
Imported Beer: 4.55 $
Coffee: 2.73 $
Soft Drinks: 0.55 $
Bottled Water: 0.22 $

Question 8

What's the weather like in Cairo?

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If you’re chasing sunshine, the best time to visit Cairo is during May, June, and July, when the average temperature hits around 33.95 °C. These months are also the sunniest, with heaps of sunshine – around 233.63 hours a day.

For cooler weather, plan your trip for January, February, and December, when temps drop to about 12.94 °C.

Want to avoid the wet stuff? Best to skip Cairo during January, February, and March, when rainfall peaks at around 0.7 mm. The driest months are January, February, and March, with just 0 mm of rain on average.

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