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How long is the flight from London to Cairo?

The flight duration from London to Cairo typically takes 4 hours and 45 minutes on a direct flight path. If you choose to make a stopover, your total journey time may vary.

What are the most common stopovers?

Trips from London to Cairo provide a wide range of stopover destinations, and if you're prepared to break your trip you could secure some bargain airfares. Popular connection cities include Rome, Athens, Istanbul, or Frankfurt.

What documentation do I need to fly to Cairo from London?

British passport holders need a visa to travel to Egypt. Visas issued online are valid for up to 3 months, whether you're travelling for business, holidays, or extended city breaks. Visas on arrival are also available for selected nationalities, including the UK and EU.

Is there a time change from London to Cairo?

Cairo is in the Eastern European time zone, which is 2 hours ahead of UK time.

Here are our six tips to secure better prices for flights from London to Cairo, hotels and car hire:

• Opt for Off-Peak Days: Search for affordable flights from London to Cairo on weekdays (Monday to Wednesday) to avoid weekend and peak season price spikes.
• Compare Airlines: Compare ticket prices across different airlines and low-cost carriers for potential savings, considering flexibility with travel dates.
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• October – the cooler autumn months are the ideal time for a trip to Cairo. The weather is still warm and pleasant, without the extreme summer heat.
• June and July is the cheapest time to go to Cairo, with smaller crowds. Pack the sunscreen, and take advantage of cheaper flights and accommodation prices.
• March – the weather is starting to get warmer again after the cooler winter months. Cairo's dry climate means only 2mm of rain is expected on average throughout the month.

Airlines operating direct routes to Cairo leave from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). If you've chosen a flight which connects through another European city, it may depart instead from London Gatwick (LGW).

Useful information about London Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow Airport is the UK and Europe's busiest airport. It is located 15 miles west of Central London and has 4 passenger terminals.

How to get to the airport:

• By train – regular Heathrow Express services from London Paddington between 5am and 11.30pm. Journey time 15 minutes.
• By Underground – Heathrow is on the Piccadilly Line, with 3 stations serving terminals. 50 minutes from central London.
• By taxi – Around 45 minutes from Central London, depending on traffic.

Services: dozens of shops including duty-free, bars and restaurants, free Wi-Fi, children's play areas, foreign exchange, free phone and laptop charging, executive lounges at an additional charge.

Useful information about London Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 30 miles south from central London.

How to get to the airport:

• By train – Gatwick Express train from Victoria station between 5am and 10.30pm, journey time 30 minutes.
• By bus – A3 airport shuttle bus from Victoria Coach Station, departures every 30 minutes, 24 hours a day.
• By car – Leave the M25 at J7, then take the M23 following signs for Gatwick. Ample long and short-stay parking on site.

Services: north and south terminals connected by monorail, plentiful restaurants, bars and shops including duty-free, free Wi-Fi, children's play area, showers, and airport lounges.

Cairo has one main airport, Cairo International Airport (CAI). This is Egypt's busiest airport, handling a mixture of international and domestic flights.

Useful information about Cairo International Airport

Cairo International is north-east of the city centre, with three different passenger terminals.

How to get into Cairo from the airport:

• By shuttle bus – Pre-book transfers on the shuttle service from the airport to Central Cairo, Heliopolis, and Giza.
• By taxi – official black taxis outside the terminal. Journey time into the city centre between 30 and 60 minutes.
• By car – The airport is close to the Cairo Ring Road, providing easy driving connections across the city.

Services: a wide range of cafes, fast food outlets and restaurants, duty-free and other shops, bureau de change, business facilities, car hire, free Wi-Fi connection.

• See the world-famous Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx.
• Visit the Egyptian Museum to see the treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb, including the famed golden death mask.
• See the world's biggest collection of Islamic paintings and sculptures at the Museum of Islamic Art.
• Escape the crowds and relax in the International Garden or Al Horreya Garden.
• Try local specialties like falafel, Egyptian shawarma sandwiches, and koshary.