Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cape Town and Cairo are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your CPT to CAI flight.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Cairo International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CPT and CAI:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
R 5,576 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 9,428. These prices may change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from CPT to CAI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CPT to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cape Town International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from CPT land at their destination as scheduled 81.65% of the time.
To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CPT:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you're landing on a late Cape Town International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Grab a Cairo International Airport rental car and discover Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Cairo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CPT to CAI sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Port Said is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without visiting Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.