Travelling from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Cape Town.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CPT to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like November? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cape Town Airport to Cairo Airport. These are the top stopovers between CPT and CAI:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town Airport to Cairo Airport flight is RM1,472. A return ticket is currently RM2,565. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CPT to CAI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport to Cairo Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cape Town Airport to Cairo Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Cape Town Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from CPT reach their destination on time.
Central Cape Town to Cape Town Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near CPT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town Airport to Cairo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
If you have a late Cape Town Airport to Cairo Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Follow your own route with a Cairo Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and venture far and wide through Cairo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Cairo Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town Airport to Cairo Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cairo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Cape Town Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from CPT to CAI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're ready to explore another side of Egypt, head for Port Said, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are the start of reasons to visit.