Flying from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo is one hour ahead of Montpellier and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your MPL to CAI flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Cairo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between MPL and CAI include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is Rs54,672. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs134,120. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MPL to CAI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MPL to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
72.45% of flights that take off from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Montpellier to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MPL? If you're catching an early flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Cairo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Book a hotel near CAI if you're taking a late Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairo and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to central Cairo has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 40ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MPL to CAI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Cairo, now it's time to explore other parts of Egypt. Journey about 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its must-visit sights. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of Egypt, consider Port Said, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are key highlights.