Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Alicante.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your ALC to CAI flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cairo International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ALC and CAI:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Rs40,261 is the best price for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs78,525. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from ALC to CAI, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cairo International Airport.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
73.22% of flights that depart Alicante-Elche Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Alicante-Elche Airport from central Alicante, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near ALC. Whether you have an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cairo International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Consider booking a hotel close to CAI if you're on a late Alicante-Elche Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo to explore Cairo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Cairo. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from ALC to CAI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Cairo, now it's time to explore more of Egypt. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its leading attractions. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Port Said is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without experiencing Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.