Question 1

How can I find cheap flights to Cairo on eDreams?

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At eDreams you will find flights from R1124 to Cairo. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to Cairo.

Question 2

Which airlines fly to Cairo?

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Airlines flying direct from South Africa to Cairo include:

Air Cairo, with flights from Sharm el-Sheikh, Hurghada and from Luxor, for example.
Egyptair also operates numerous flights, some of them originating from Sharm el-Sheikh, Rome and Hurghada.
Nile Air, with flights from Luxor to Cairo and Hurghada and also from Aswan.

Airlines with indirect flights to Cairo include:

Ethiopian Airlines, which flies from Johannesburg, Cape Town or Harare.
Qatar Airways, with flights from Johannesburg and Durban, as well as from Cape Town.
South African Airways, with flights from Durban, Cape Town and also Harare.

Question 3

How long before a flight to Cairo should I be at the airport?

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If you want to be on time for your flight to Cairo, you should get to the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs, and boarding the airplane can take some time. At eDreams, you can find the best deals for flights to Cairo departing from over 27 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to Cairo with eDreams you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!

Question 4

What is the name of Cairo’s airport?

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Cairo is served by 1 airport[s]. Cairo International Airport operates flights towards both domestic and international destinations within 27 cities, such as Johannesburg, Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh, the most popular routes.

Question 5

How far is Cairo’s airport from the city centre?

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Cairo’s airport Cairo International Airport is located 2 kms from the city centre.

Question 6

How much is the trip from the airport to Cairo’s city centre?

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Public transport: The price for the trip is about 5.37 R per person.
Taxi: If you have more budget and prefer to take a taxi from Cairo International Airport , the average price for the ride to Cairo centre is around 7.17 R per km.
Car: For more convenience and freedom during your stay, eDreams has the best offers of car rentals in Cairo. Pick your preferred car type and get from Cairo International Airport to Cairo city centre on your own terms.

Question 7

What is the weather like in Cairo?

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If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to Cairo is in May, June and July, when the average temperature reaches 33.95 °C, while June, July and May are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 233.63 hours. 
However, if you prefer colder temperatures, make sure you visit Cairo during January, February or December to experience an average of 12.94 °C. 
For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during January, February and March, when the average precipitation in Cairo is 0.7 mm, while the months of January, February and March are drier, with an average of 0 mm.

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