Travelling from Salalah International Airport (SLL) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo is two hours behind Salalah and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SLL 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 month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Salalah International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SLL and CAI:
Bahrain International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salalah International Airport (SLL) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
At the moment, RM714 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Salalah International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM1,382. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SLL to CAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Salalah International Airport to Cairo International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SLL to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Salalah International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Salalah International Airport (SLL)
Salalah International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SLL land at their destination as scheduled 83.38% of the time.
Central Salalah to Salalah International Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near SLL. Whether you have an early flight from Salalah International Airport to Cairo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you're landing on a late Salalah International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Pick up a Cairo International Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to the centre of Cairo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Salalah International Airport to Cairo International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Cairo in April.
Lock in your flight from Salalah International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SLL to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
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 tick off its leading attractions. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Port Said is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without seeing Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.