Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo one hour ahead of Bilbao.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BIO to CAI flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Cairo International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BIO and CAI:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Geneve Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
C$160 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$376. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from BIO to CAI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport to Cairo International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport maintains a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from BIO arrive at their destination as scheduled 82.76% of the time.
Central Bilbao to Bilbao Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BIO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Cairo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Reserve a hotel near CAI if you're taking a late Bilbao Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Cairo International Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Cairo International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Cairo in April.
When reserving your flight from Bilbao Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BIO to CAI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Egypt waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a trip to Alexandria will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Port Said is another favourite destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without visiting Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.