Travelling from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
A direct flight from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport takes an average of 2 hours 51 minutes. The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which makes it 1 hour behind Erbil.
You can choose from 8 weekly flights from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport. The 00:30 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight available between EBL and CAI. EgyptAir operates the last service of the day at 23:40 if early starts aren't your thing.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
EgyptAir has direct flights from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if you have time.
To break up your flight from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the EBL - CAI route are:
Antalya Airport
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Egypt, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from EBL to CAI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport is R 3,009. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,642. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from EBL to CAI, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from EBL to CAI. You don't need to search every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll update you as soon as the price changes.
Use filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Central Erbil to Erbil International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 22 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
After a handy hotel close to EBL? If you're on an early flight from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you have a late flight from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to the centre of Cairo takes around 31 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes around 1 hour and 26 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Cairo in April.
When booking your flight from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EBL to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 22ºC then.
More about Cairo
Once you've locked in your flights from EBL to CAI, you'll need to find a place to stay in Cairo. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are must-do's during your Cairo adventure.
Complete your Cairo trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Cairo International Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Cairo stay.