Cheap flights to Cairo

Q: How much is it to fly to Cairo?

£ 310. If you see a flight for even less than this, get booking – you've found a bargain.

Q: When is the best time to book cheap flights?

19 weeks. If you want cheap flights to Cairo, this is the best time to book.

Q: What are the cheapest airlines?

Ajet, British Airways, Aegean Airlines. These airlines usually offer the cheapest flights to Cairo.

Q: What airlines fly direct to Cairo?

Egyptair, British Airways. Fly from the UK direct to Cairo with these airlines.

Q: What airlines fly indirectly?

Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Air France. Flying indirectly to Cairo can save you money.

Q: When is high season?

March. This is the most expensive time to fly to Cairo. If you want to go during this popular month, try to book in advance or grab a last-minute deal.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly?

September. Flights to Cairo are generally cheaper at this time of year. Or, you can try to get a last-minute deal.

Q: How long is the flight to Cairo?

4 hrs 55 mins. This is the average flight time from the UK to Cairo.

Q: Which airports in the UK fly to Cairo?

London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, London Gatwick, Newcastle. You can fly from any of these UK airports.

Q: How long should I stay in Cairo?

6 days. Most people spend this amount of time in Cairo.

Fly from as little as £337

14 nights in Cairo, departing London Stansted on 26 / Aug / 2025 with Ajet (price found 30 hours ago)

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London to Cairo

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Manchester to Cairo

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Edinburgh to Cairo

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Birmingham to Cairo

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Egypt’s capital, Cairo, is a wonderland for the senses. From the hubbub of the chaotic and noisy streets and the haggling vendors in the bustling markets to the call to prayer sounding throughout the city every evening and the views of the Giza pyramids, your eyes and ears will find something to wonder at constantly throughout your visit. Once you’ve spent any amount of time here, it’s easy to understand why the city is known by Egyptians as ‘The Mother of the World’.
Get your fill of Ancient Egypt by visiting the Egyptian Museum or by viewing the incredible tomb of the original boy-king, Tutankhamun, before heading out to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramid of Giza, just a few miles west of the sprawling city. As the sun sets, the city changes as the minarets sound the call to prayer across the city. Take in the splendour with an evening sailing the Nile or by enjoying a cocktail in a classy bar.

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Right now, the cheapest flight costs £337 and leaves from London Stansted on 26 / Aug / 2025.

Cairo flight facts

what you need to know

How much is it to fly to Cairo?

£ 310

If you see a flight for even less than this, get booking – you've found a bargain.

When is the best time to book cheap flights?

19 weeks

If you want cheap flights to Cairo, this is the best time to book.

What are the cheapest airlines?

Ajet
British Airways
Aegean Airlines

These airlines usually offer the cheapest flights to Cairo.

What airlines fly direct to Cairo?

Egyptair
British Airways

Fly from the UK direct to Cairo with these airlines.

What airlines fly indirectly?

Turkish Airlines
Lufthansa
Emirates
Qatar Airways
Air France

Flying indirectly to Cairo can save you money.

When is high season?

March

This is the most expensive time to fly to Cairo. If you want to go during this popular month, try to book in advance or grab a last-minute deal.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

September

Flights to Cairo are generally cheaper at this time of year. Or, you can try to get a last-minute deal.

How long is the flight to Cairo?

4 hrs 55 mins

This is the average flight time from the UK to Cairo.

Which airports in the UK fly to Cairo?

London Heathrow
Manchester
Birmingham
London Gatwick
Newcastle

You can fly from any of these UK airports.

How long should I stay in Cairo?

6 days

Most people spend this amount of time in Cairo.

How to land a low priced flight to Cairo

booking advice, visa information and airports and airlines tips

Where can you land in Cairo?

All international flights land at Cairo International Airport (CAI), one of the busiest airports in Africa. It’s located about 30 minutes from downtown Cairo by taxi or private transfer.

Are there direct flights from the UK to Cairo?

Yes, you can fly direct from London Heathrow (LHR) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) with EgyptAir and British Airways.

Which UK airports have flights to Cairo?

You can fly to Cairo from London Heathrow directly. One stop routes to Cairo fly from London Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow. These often connect via major hubs like Istanbul (Turkish Airlines), Doha (Qatar Airways), Dubai (Emirates), or Amsterdam (KLM).

When is the cheapest time to fly to Cairo?

The best time to find cheap flights to Cairo is from March to May and September to November, which are the shoulder seasons in Egypt. With a desert climate, the weather is good all year, but it’s best during the winter (December to February), although Cairo flight prices will rise at this time.

Which UK airport has the cheapest flights to Cairo?

While London Heathrow typically offers the most competitive direct fares, especially with EgyptAir, Manchester and Birmingham often have cheaper one-stop options with airlines like Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa. Checking flights from multiple UK airports when you search can help you find the best value.

When is the best time to book your flight to Cairo?

Book at least three to four months in advance to get cheap flights to Cairo. You may find some good deals on last-minute flights to Cairo, particularly in the shoulder season. Keep in mind that large Muslim festivals, such as Eid, may cause Cairo flight prices to increase as locals also take holidays.

Flying to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

Cairo International Airport (CAI) is the busiest airport in Egypt and the second-busiest in Africa. It is located in Heliopolis, which is about 14 km from the centre of Cairo.

There are four terminals at CAI. If you need to transfer between terminals, there are free shuttle buses and an automated people mover system. Information desks are available in the arrivals hall and transit area. ATMs are available in Terminals 1 and 3, and currency exchanges are available in the departure area of all terminals. Wi-Fi is available in many areas of the terminals. There are a number of places to buy food and drink as well as go duty-free shopping. There is a business centre in Terminal 1, and VIP lounges in all terminals.

Getting to the City from Cairo International Airport (CAI)

There are many ways to make the roughly 30-minute journey to the centre of Cairo. Taxis are available outside the arrivals halls; haggling for the fare is recommended if the taxi has no meter. A shuttle bus connecting the airport with central Cairo leaves every half hour, and it is recommended that you book it in advance. There are also a number of public buses available that connect to various locations in Cairo. You also have the option to hire a car, since there are several car hire agencies available at the terminals.

Egypt visa requirements

British travellers visiting Cairo will need a visa. For visits up to 30 days, you can pay for a visa on arrival. You can also get a visa from an Egyptian consulate before travel. Your passport should be valid for at least six months after your date of entry.

Getting your currency
The currency is the Egyptian pound. It is not always easy to buy Egyptian pounds in the UK, but there are plenty of ATMs in Cairo. Currency exchanges are widely available, but Scottish and Northern Irish notes cannot be exchanged, and travellers’ cheques are not easily cashed.