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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Cairo:

• Earliest: departs at 08:55 and lands at 13:55
• Latest: departs at 22:30 and lands at 03:30.

The flight takes about 5h.

Only Economy class is available on flights from London to Cairo.

A direct flight from London to Cairo takes 5h, covering 5,652 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from London to Cairo range from $740 to $1,125, with an average of $916 over the past 12 months. Anything below $740 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the $916 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $487 return via Sharm El Sheikh Intl (SSH), compared with $933 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $49–$144 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on London to Cairo flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Night flights for 33%, and Evening flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $560 to $4,520. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from London to Cairo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $309, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

Cairo Airport (CAI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Autounion Car Rental
• Avis
• Hertz
• Sixt

Flights from London to Cairo may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Cairo (CAI).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Cairo route, 28% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 47m.

One-stop flights from London to Cairo most commonly connect through:

• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 21% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) – 13% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 12% of one-stop connections
• Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) – 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from London to Cairo. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $885 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $961, a difference of $76.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between London and Cairo. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Egyptair
• British Airways

Flying via Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 34m, compared to 7h 45m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 8h via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

Cairo is 2 hours ahead of London (Eastern European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating London to Cairo flights:

• Egyptair: offers free seat selection
• British Airways: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Egyptair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Haram, as well as the surrounding areas in Heliopolis, Giza and greater Cairo, can be reached by the same airport shuttle bus that takes you to the city centre. Fares from Cairo International Airport to Haram cost around 45 LE (£2) for a single ticket. However, Haram is highly populated and has heavy foot traffic, so be mindful of your luggage.

Taxi fares from Cairo Airport to the city centre can vary widely based on the type of taxi and the driver you get. To get the best deal, stick to Cairo’s official taxis, which are either white or black and white. The black and white taxis don’t have meters, so prices are negotiated beforehand, whereas white taxis are metered. Fares start at around 50-60 LE (£2.20-2.65).

There are lounge areas in Terminals 1, 2 and 3 at Cairo International Airport. Advance purchase is required (at least 24 hours in advance), and access comes with non-alcoholic beverages, WiFi, television and magazines. Access fees for the lounge areas are around £25, with long-term membership plans also available for purchase.

Novotel Cairo Airport is located near the terminals at Cairo Airport with a free shuttle bus providing direct terminal access. This hotel features 207 rooms, all equipped with free WiFi and working areas. The hotel also features an open-air garden, a swimming pool and a fitness centre. Banquet and meeting areas are available upon request.