Travelling from Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the two main airports in Buenos Aires.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is five hours ahead of Buenos Aires. Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Buenos Aires to CAI.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
AEP is around 14 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Jorge Newbery Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Jorge Newbery Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from AEP land at their destination as scheduled 83.76% of the time.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Ministro Pistarini Airport and CAI:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
EZE is around 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Buenos Aires to CAI flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Ministro Pistarini Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Ministro Pistarini Airport reach their destination on schedule. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 83.93%.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Book a hotel close to CAI if you're catching a late flight from Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport. Pick one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
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Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Central Cairo is about 18 kilometres from Cairo International Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
At the moment, C$835 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,942. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to CAI. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
April is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport (CAI), while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Buenos Aires to CAI flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Cairo
After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Cairo International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cairo:
Gizeh Plateau and Pyramid are just two of the top attractions to add to your Cairo travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to giza pyramids.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Cairo, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Journey around 193 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to tick off its top sights. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. No visit is complete without checking out Suez Canal, Old Historical buildings and Museum of Modern Art in Port Said.