Question 1

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairo?

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Most flyers found that booking tickets 42 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Cairo. During this timeframe, flight prices are around £431. Keep in mind that you might also find cheap flights to Cairo outside of this time window. In fact, momondo users recently found flights from London to Cairo for £301.

Question 2

What is the cheapest London to Cairo flight route?

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Fly from London Heathrow to Cairo for the best London - Cairo flight prices

Question 3

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairo?

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The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cairo from London, with most prices found around £355. If you don’t want to visit Cairo in May, then you should wait until June to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £359.

Question 4

How have London to Cairo flight prices changed over time?

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As of January 2025, prices for London to Cairo flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 5

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Cairo?

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Ajet, Vueling, and Aegean Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London to Cairo

Question 6

How many flights depart from London to Cairo on average per day?

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As of January 2025, 11 flights take off from London and land in Cairo each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 14:00, with 51% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 7

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairo?

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According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairo from London. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was £420. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Cairo is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around £449.

Question 8

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairo?

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Flying to Cairo from London in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £425 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £448.

Question 9

How many flights depart from London to Cairo on average per week?

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The number of flights available between London and Cairo is 83 per week as of January 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 10

What cabin class options are available on London to Cairo flights?

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Cairo flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 11

Which airlines fly to Cairo?

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Egyptair, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairo from London according to our data. Egyptair is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cairo. Keep in mind that there are 22 different airlines that fly to Cairo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 12

Which airlines fly direct from London to Cairo?

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From London Heathrow Airport (LHR), you can get direct flights from London to Cairo via Egypt Air and British Airways, with trips lasting about 5 hours. There are also several airlines providing one-stop service along this route. Ryanair offers cheap flights from London to Cairo, departing London Stansted Airport (STN) and making stops at cities such as Athens, Barcelona, and Milan. easyJet also uses Athens and Barcelona for connections, but its flights originate from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Aegean Airlines and Turkish Airlines are other carriers providing frequent service from London Heathrow, with connections at Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Istanbul Airport (IST) en route to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Most flights involving connections take 6-12 hours from origin to destination. For travellers looking for one-way flights from London to Cairo, Aegean Airlines and British Airways provide direct service from London Heathrow, while easyJet has cheap flights with stopovers in Athens.

Question 13

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in London and Cairo?

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From Central London, there is fast and convenient service to the area airports servicing flights from London to Cairo. The Heathrow Express leaves from London Paddington station every 15 minutes, with trips taking about 20 minutes, while the Stansted Express from London Liverpool Street station also has multiple departures per hour, with journeys taking about 40 minutes. National Rail trains, National Express coaches, and Transport for London (TfL) buses are additional means of public transport. You may prefer to drive or use rideshare services such as Bolt and Uber or a taxi from any city centre location. If you’re making the return trip home, your hire car or hotel airport shuttle is the most convenient option. From Cairo International, you have the option of an Airport Shuttle Bus or regular buses from the airport bus station to central Cairo. You can find them near the parking area at Terminal 1. Metered airport taxis (white) and hire cars hires are commonly used, while airport shuttle transfers and Uber rideshares are other transport means to the city centre.

Which cities can you get to from Cairo airport?

Passengers on London to Cairo flights can easily reach Beirut or Benghazi by air, and Egyptian National Railways provides train services to local cities such as Alexandria and Luxor. Via Route 75, you can travel south to Aswan and Lake Nasser or northwest via El Sadat City to El-Agamy. If you drive east along Route 50, you can pick up El Qantra Shark-Ras Sedr Road and take a road trip south to Sharm El-Sheikh.

Question 14

What are the benefits of the different airports in London and Cairo?

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If you live in the London metro area, it may be easier to commute via public or private transport to London Heathrow than London Stansted. Additionally, London Heathrow is the only airport with direct flights from London to Cairo. Heathrow also offers a wider variety of airport facilities, such as parking options and airport lounges, and amenities such as airport hotels. Otherwise, both provide a common array of amenities, including family services, fast-track options, mobility assistance, duty-free shops. In addition, you will find prayer rooms, and of course, retail stores and restaurants. At Cairo International, you can find a branch of the Central Bank of Egypt for currency exchanges or money transfer transactions, and there are cash points for handy cash withdrawals. There’s a Business Centre in the Arrivals Area at Terminal 3 and an Al Nady chemists branch at Arrivals in Terminal 2 if you need any last-minute supplies. Le Meridien Cairo Airport Hotel is connected to Terminal 3, but there are other hotels with free shuttle transfers nearby as well.

Question 15

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Cairo Airport?

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Prices for flights from London to Cairo Airport refresh daily.

Question 16

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Cairo Airport?

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There are 21 operators available for flights from London to Cairo Airport as of January 2025.

Question 17

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Cairo Airport?

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The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Cairo Airport.

Question 18

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairo Airport?

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The required travel and health documents for your Cairo Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairo Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairo?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cairo from London, with most prices found around £355. If you don’t want to visit Cairo in May, then you should wait until June to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £359.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairo?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairo?

Flying to Cairo from London in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £425 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £448.

What is the cheapest London to Cairo flight route?

Fly from London Heathrow to Cairo for the best London - Cairo flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairo?

What cabin class options are available on London to Cairo flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Cairo flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have London to Cairo flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2025, prices for London to Cairo flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Cairo?

Ajet, Vueling, and Aegean Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London to Cairo

Which airlines fly to Cairo?

How many flights depart from London to Cairo on average per day?

As of January 2025, 11 flights take off from London and land in Cairo each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 14:00, with 51% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from London to Cairo on average per week?

The number of flights available between London and Cairo is 83 per week as of January 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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