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About Flights to Alexandria
Summary info about Alexandria flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | £65 |
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Best Return Price | £112 |
Fastest flight time | 8h 20m |
Operated By | 2 airlines |
Cheapest flights to Alexandria airports
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CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM London TO Alexandria
London (LON) to Alexandria (HBE)
Typically, flights to Alexandria from London are cheaper when flying from London to Alexandria Borg El Arab, which has an average price of £455
| CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO ALEXANDRIA FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT | May | 17% cheaper | Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Alexandria costs on average just £419 in May |
| MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ALEXANDRIA FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT | July | 26% more expensive | It costs about £633 for flights to Alexandria from London Heathrow Airport in July |
| MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ALEXANDRIA FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT | December | 315% more users visited | More momondo users searched in flights to Alexandria from London Heathrow Airport in December than any other month |
When is the best time to fly to Alexandria?
You can get flights to Alexandria, Egypt, from various cities in the UK, with some flights being quicker than others. Flights from London take just under seven hours to land at Borg El Arab International Airport, Alexandria. If you’re flying from Manchester, the flight journey will be about eight hours and 20 minutes, while departing from Edinburgh it takes a little longer to arrive, at approximately eight and a half hours.
Whilst there are no direct Alexandria flight deals from airports in the UK, there are plenty of places you can fly from with one transfer required. If you live in or near London, you can fly from London Heathrow Airport, which requires a change at Athens International Airport, or London Gatwick Airport, which requires a change at Istanbul Airport. Similarly, if you need to fly from Birmingham Airport, Edinburgh Airport or Manchester Airport, you will need to make one change on your journey, which is most often in Istanbul.
If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Alexandria from United Kingdom during May instead. Flights to Alexandria in May, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around £349.
In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Alexandria is about 49 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are £455. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from United Kingdom for as low as £112.
According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Alexandria from United Kingdom. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was £423. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Alexandria on Friday is £504.
Our data shows that the cheapest United Kingdom to Alexandria flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Alexandria in the morning for as low as £308. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around £487. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.
Alexandria flight deals found on momondo
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Which airlines fly to Alexandria?
Here you can see a selection of the most popular and cheapest airlines for flights to Alexandria
Which airlines fly to Alexandria?
There may be other airlines that fly to Alexandria from United Kingdom, but the most popular among our users are Turkish Airlines, Egypt Air, Wizz Air and Aegean Airlines. These airlines should offer flights to Alexandria on a routine basis if you’re flying from one of the more popular airports in United Kingdom.
Aegean Airlines Flights to Alexandria
There are 2 Aegean Airlines flights to Alexandria in a normal week. The most common departure point is Athens Eleftherios V. and the best Aegean Airlines ticket price seen on momondo is £308 (last 72 hours, from Edinburgh Turnhouse, to Alexandria). Aegean Airlines has a score of 8.4 from 63 user reviews on momondo.
Turkish Airlines Flights to Alexandria
Turkish Airlines flights to Alexandria can start from as low as £382 (round-trip, from Birmingham, found in the last 72 hours). Over 8 flights that Turkish Airlines operates to Alexandria in a normal week, prices can vary significantly. The most popular Turkish Airlines flight to Alexandria is from Istanbul. Turkish Airlines has been rated 8.1/10 by momondo users, in 135 reviews.
Airports near Alexandria
Below you will find all the airports in Alexandria along with their distance from the city centre
How do you get to the city centre from Alexandria airport?
Travelling from Alexandria Airport to the city centre takes about one hour by car. With both taxis and journeys through ride-sharing apps available from the front of the airport, you can choose which option is best suited to your needs. With the price being quite cheap for both options, you can get to your final destination in no time. There is no public bus running from the airport to the city, however there is an airport bus will take you to Muharram Bek Bus Station on the outskirts of the city. The tickets for these are very cheap and the journey takes about an hour. From here you can continue your journey on a connecting bus to the city centre. If you plan to do a lot of travelling during your holiday, you could also choose to hire a car, with branches available in the arrivals hall.
Popular routes to Alexandria
Most frequently searched flights to Alexandria along with the cheapest price and shortest flight duration
Visa requirements for visiting Alexandria
To travel to Egypt, British citizens will need to get a visa. This can be obtained online or through the Egyptian Embassy. There is also the possibility to get a visa on arrival, but it will only grant you 30 days rather than the 90 you get if you arrange it prior to arrival. Your passport will need to be valid for a minimum of 6 months from when you arrive at Egypt.
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With loads to do in this great city, it can be hard to know where to start. Begin with a visit to Bibliotheca Alexandrina, which is a modern version of the ancient library in the same city. Then head over to see more stunning architecture, but this time in the form of a traditional Moorish palace. The Montazah Gardens, which were home to the last Egyptian monarch, are a great way to spend your day. Next, go underground and check out the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, which are ancient burial tunnels steeped in history. Finish off your trip with a visit to the Ancient Roman Amphitheatre that dates back to the 2nd century. A picture-perfect moment, it’s a great way to end your trip.
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