Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Toronto: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Toronto and you'll be in the air for around 10 hours 25 minutes.
Toronto is 6 hours behind Cairo, where Cairo International Airport is located. Toronto operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 8 flights a week between the two airports, Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the busiest route. EgyptAir operates the earliest flight at 00:40. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from CAI to YYZ is with EgyptAir at 08:00.
To ensure you get on your flight from CAI to Toronto, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Toronto are available for booking. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is where you'll arrive.
EgyptAir is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Toronto.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from CAI to Toronto, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you hold a passport from Egypt, you'll need an embassy visa to enter Canada. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Cairo International Airport to Toronto for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
The journey from central Cairo to CAI takes around 1 hour and 26 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to CAI? If you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Toronto, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Toronto
C$512 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to Toronto. Return flights start from C$849. These prices may change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from CAI to Toronto, reserve your journey 9 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Toronto is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
It takes around 49 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Cairo International Airport to Toronto. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is approximately 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). As soon as your flight from Cairo International Airport to Toronto has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 39 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from CAI to Toronto:
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Cairo International Airport to Toronto while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Toronto, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Toronto for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from CAI to Toronto in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cairo International Airport to Toronto, browse our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are essential stops on your Toronto itinerary.
Complete your Toronto trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Toronto and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one place to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Cairo International Airport to Toronto.