Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is seven hours ahead of Cairo.
With two flights a week between the two airports, Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route. EgyptAir operates the earliest flight at 00:10. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from CAI to NRT is with EgyptAir at 23:30.
Allow plenty of time to catch your CAI to Tokyo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Begin your trip at CAI and travel straight to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). That will be your arrival point when searching for Cairo International Airport to Tokyo tickets.
EgyptAir is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CAI to Tokyo with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
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Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Cairo, CAI can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CAI:
When it comes to Cairo International Airport's on-time performance, 65% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Tokyo
Rs92,031 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Tokyo flight. A return plane ticket right now is Rs161,270. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from CAI to Tokyo, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
The distance from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from CAI to Tokyo.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour.
After stepping off your CAI to Tokyo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT can land you a better rate.
The address for Tokyo Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo. To escape the crowds, visit Tokyo in December.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC. Book your Cairo International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to Tokyo in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 15ºC.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are top sights which should be on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're eager to discover another side of Japan, head for Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are key highlights.