Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to London: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to London and you'll be in the air for around 4 hours 55 minutes.
London is two hours behind Cairo, where Cairo International Airport is located. London follows the UTC+0 timezone.
The busiest route is from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take your pick of 35 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CAI to LHR is the 04:25 EgyptAir service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 19:10 with British Airways.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your CAI to London flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct Cairo International Airport to London ticket. Begin your journey at CAI and land at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Book your seat with EgyptAir. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Cairo International Airport to London.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from CAI to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Cairo to CAI takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near CAI? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairo International Airport to London, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
65% of flights departing from Cairo International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to London
The best price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to London flight is Rs34,335. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs74,688. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from CAI to London, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a Cairo International Airport to London ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from CAI to London.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to London.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of London. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Cairo International Airport to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your flight from CAI to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The centre of London is located around 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Cairo International Airport to London has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Following your CAI to London flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to LGW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is about 56 kilometres from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Cairo International Airport to London.
Public transport will take you there in around 45 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by choosing a hotel near STN after your CAI to London flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Cairo International Airport to London for the best deals.
Best time to go to London
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to London. July is the busiest month to travel to London. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Cairo International Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CAI to London in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cairo International Airport to London, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres northwest of London, a trip to Manchester will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres northwest of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.