Cheap flights from Cairo (CAI)

Africa's second-busiest airport and EgyptAir's main hub

Cairo International is Egypt's largest airport and one of Africa's busiest, located about 22 km northeast of central Cairo. It is the primary hub for EgyptAir and Star Alliance traffic, with Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Saudia, KLM, Air France and British Airways all operating substantial schedules. Long-haul reach includes New York, Beijing, Bangkok, Toronto and most major European capitals.

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Airlines flying from Cairo (CAI)

Major carriers: EgyptAir, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways. Low-cost carriers: Air Cairo, flynas, Air Arabia.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairo?
May, June and September consistently deliver the lowest CAI fares across European and Gulf routes, sitting outside both summer leisure peaks and Hajj-season pricing. Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap reveals the cheapest week per route — patterns differ sharply between CAI-DXB and CAI-LHR.
Which airlines fly out of CAI?
EgyptAir is the home base, joined by Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Saudia, KLM, Air France, British Airways, ITA Airways, Air Cairo, flynas and dozens more. Flightmussy compares every carrier in a single no-signup search.
How far is Cairo Airport from the city centre?
Cairo International is about 22 km northeast of downtown. Taxis and ride-hail apps reach Tahrir Square in 30-60 minutes depending on traffic. Cairo Metro Line 3 now extends to the airport, and dedicated airport shuttle buses serve major hotels.
Are there direct flights from CAI to New York?
Yes — EgyptAir operates non-stop CAI-JFK services, with one-stop alternatives via Frankfurt, Istanbul, Doha and Dubai. Flightmussy compares non-stop and connecting options side-by-side, with the 12-month fare heatmap surfacing the cheapest week to fly.

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