Flying from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo is one hour ahead of Palermo and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Your PMO to CAI flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Palermo Airport to Cairo Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between PMO and CAI:
Istanbul Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Athens International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Palermo Airport to Cairo Airport flight is RM541. A return plane ticket is currently RM1,325. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PMO to CAI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Palermo Airport to Cairo Airport.
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Handy information about Palermo Airport (PMO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Palermo Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Palermo Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Palermo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Palermo Airport to Cairo Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near PMO:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
If you're landing on a late Palermo Airport to Cairo Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Pick up a Cairo Airport rental car and discover Cairo and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride 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 central Cairo. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Palermo Airport to Cairo Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Cairo in March.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Palermo Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PMO to CAI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Egypt you should also see. About 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in 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 highlights.