Flying from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
11 hours 4 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Cairo is 5 hours behind Jakarta and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are 4 flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, opt for the 00:50 EgyptAir flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from CGK to CAI is 09:50 with EgyptAir.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
EgyptAir has direct flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to take in the sights in Cairo — plus maybe even more of Egypt if your schedule allows.
If you want to break up your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Cairo International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the CGK - CAI route include:
Muscat International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Egypt, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have all the necessary information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CGK to CAI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Cairo International Airport is C$465. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$756. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from CGK to CAI.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 36 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 29 minutes.
Have an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near CGK:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Book a hotel near CAI if you have a late flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to the center of Cairo takes about 31 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the center on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Cairo International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Cairo in April.
Lock in your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 40ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGK to CAI in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC then.
More about Cairo
Once you've booked your flights from CGK to CAI, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Cairo. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are must-visits when exploring Cairo.
Complete your Cairo trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Cairo International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Cairo escape.
