Cheap Flights from Cairo to London Heathrow

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairo to London Heathrow? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to London Heathrow

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to London Heathrow flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Cairo to London Heathrow

Cairo to London Heathrow: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cairo to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Heathrow.

Cairo to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,178
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time5 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineEgyptAir
Average flights per week149

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to London Heathrow: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairo to London Heathrow is R 5,790. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Cairo to London Heathrow.
EgyptAir, Air Canada and American Airlines fly direct from Cairo to London Heathrow.
As of April 2025, there are 149 flights per week flying from Cairo to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to London Heathrow is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to London Heathrow Airport on Monday, 16 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Heathrow but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SWISS and British Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to London Heathrow.

Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know

  • 5 hours 15 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. London is 2 hours behind Cairo and operates on the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Take your pick of 93 weekly flights from Cairo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. The 04:25 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight available from CAI to LHR. EgyptAir operates the latest service of the day at 22:30.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • British Airways runs direct flights from Cairo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in London — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if your schedule allows.

  • We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Cairo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between CAI and LHR include:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

  • To see if you need a visa to enter United Kingdom, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CAI to LHR.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is R 2,178. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,790. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To snag cheap tickets from CAI to LHR, book your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Cairo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from CAI to LHR every day.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • Located around 21 kilometres from central Cairo, Cairo International Airport can be reached in approximately 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • After a handy hotel near CAI? If you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • London Heathrow Airport to central London takes about 57 minutes in a car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour and 1 minute.

When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. To skip the crowds, head to London in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Cairo International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you want to explore London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CAI to LHR sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

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Complete your London trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked your cheap ticket to London Heathrow Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in London.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.