Travelling from Benghazi Airport (BEN) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Benghazi Airport to Cairo Airport is 2 hours.
Benghazi and Cairo are both in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Pack your bags and choose from 14 weekly Benghazi Airport to Cairo Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your BEN to CAI flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
A good range of airlines offer direct flights from Benghazi Airport to Cairo Airport. Fly nonstop to Cairo with these popular carriers and experience this exciting part of Egypt:
EgyptAir is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier operating BEN to CAI flights. An exceptional 94.83% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
How to find the cheapest flights from Benghazi Airport (BEN) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
RM867 is currently the best price for a one-way Benghazi Airport to Cairo Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM1,602. These prices can change based on demand.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BEN to CAI.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Benghazi Airport to Cairo Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BEN to CAI.
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Handy information about Benghazi Airport (BEN)
Of the flights that depart from Benghazi Airport, 69% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Benghazi to Benghazi Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
If you have a late Benghazi Airport to Cairo Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CAI:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cairo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo to explore Cairo and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cairo Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Benghazi Airport to Cairo Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Cairo. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Benghazi Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from BEN to CAI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Cairo, now it's time to discover more of Egypt. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its top attractions. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Egypt, consider Port Said, about 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are key highlights.
