Flying from Brussels to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
Put your vacation plans into action by considering where you'll board your flight from Brussels to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the main airports in Brussels.
Hop on a direct Brussels to Cairo International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Brussels. Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo.
The busiest route is from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Take your pick of 5 direct services every week. EgyptAir operates a 2:35pm departure between BRU and CAI.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels to CAI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Go straight to your destination from Brussels Airport (BRU). Nonstop flights from Brussels to Cairo International Airport (CAI) can be booked from here.
EgyptAir is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Brussels to Cairo International Airport leaving from BRU.
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with EgyptAir from BRU to CAI.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is EgyptAir.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Brussels to CAI. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Brussels Airport (BRU). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Travelling from central Brussels to BRU takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels to Cairo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Brussels Airport:
Of the departures from Brussels Airport, 71.97% land on time at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Split up your flight from Brussels to Cairo International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and CAI include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to CAI flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71.71%.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Brussels to Cairo International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near CAI:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Brussels to Cairo International Airport flight.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to central Cairo is roughly 18 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
At the moment, C$195 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Cairo International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$364. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Brussels to CAI, book your ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
June is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Brussels to Cairo International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Brussels to Cairo International Airport (CAI). August is the peak month for travel to Cairo. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in April.
When booking your Brussels to CAI flight ticket, consider the type 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 Brussels to Cairo International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Cairo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cairo right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Brussels to Cairo International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Gizeh Plateau, Pyramid and giza pyramids are top attractions which should feature on any good Cairo itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Cairo, now it's time to discover other parts of Egypt. Travel around 193 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to tick off its leading sights. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of Egypt, head for Port Said, about 153 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Old Historical buildings and Museum of Modern Art in Port Said are key highlights.