C$681 Cheap Flights from Cairo (CAI) to Washington D.C. (WASA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairo Airport to Washington D.C.? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,041. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in September.

Which airlines fly from Cairo to Washington D.C.?

Alternative Cairo to Washington D.C. routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cairo to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Cairo to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$681
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineEgyptAir
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Washington Dulles and Baltimore Washington International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cairo to Washington D.C. is C$1,006. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Cairo to Washington D.C..
EgyptAir flies direct from Cairo to Washington D.C..
As of July 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Cairo to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Washington D.C. is usually July.
If you're flying from Cairo Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 36.6 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from C$1,006.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Washington D.C. on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 59 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, ITA Airways and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4. The city is 6 hours behind Cairo, where Cairo International Airport is located.

  • The most popular route is from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can select from 4 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CAI to IAD is the 00:20 EgyptAir service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 23:55 with EgyptAir.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from CAI to Washington DC. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

  • You can book a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Washington DC. Start your journey at CAI and land at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • Get on board with EgyptAir. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Washington DC.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from CAI to Washington DC, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Egypt and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Cairo International Airport to Washington DC, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.

  • Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo, CAI can be reached in about 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel close to CAI? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Washington DC, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Washington DC

  • C$681 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to Washington DC. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,006. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Lock in cheap tickets from CAI to Washington DC by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Washington DC. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CAI to Washington DC. There's no need to check every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll tell you when the price changes.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Washington DC, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to the centre of Washington DC takes around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 43 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to DCA if you have a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Washington DC. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Washington DC. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Washington DC in May when it's quieter.

  • Lock in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Washington DC for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from CAI to Washington DC sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Washington DC

  • After locking in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Washington DC, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Washington DC itinerary.

Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental

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