Flying from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cairo International Airport is 4 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Abuja.
Flights from ABV to CAI start at 14:30 — the first with EgyptAir. The latest departure is at 15:00 with EgyptAir. Overall, you can choose from six weekly Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cairo International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ABV to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
EgyptAir is your gateway to discovering Cairo (and maybe even some other great parts of Egypt!). Browse the direct flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cairo International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with EgyptAir on this route.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier offering ABV to CAI flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cairo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ABV and CAI include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is Rs111,933. A round-trip fare is currently Rs132,830. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book five months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ABV to CAI.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ABV to CAI.
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Handy information about Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Of the flights that depart from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, 64.23% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Abuja to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Got an early flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Stay at a hotel close to ABV, such as Peace Media Hotels. Abi's Place will also put you moments from your departure gate.
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CAI if you have a late Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Cairo International Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to the centre of Cairo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you want to explore Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 40ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ABV to CAI sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Cairo, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to tick off its top attractions. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, your itinerary will be busy.
Port Said is another favourite destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without a visit to Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.