Flying from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
Jakarta's main base, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport (CAI).
Expect to be in the air for 10 hours 55 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Jakarta to Cairo International Airport flight.
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is five hours behind Jakarta.
The busiest route is from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Choose from 2 direct services every week. EgyptAir operates a 12:50am departure between CGK and CAI.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Jakarta to CAI.
Heading away during a peak period like a public holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport (CAI) can be booked from this terminal.
When jetting out of CGK, you can take a direct flight from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport with EgyptAir.
Most travellers choose to book seats with EgyptAir between CGK and CAI.
Among carriers operating on this route, EgyptAir has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Jakarta to CAI with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CGK and CAI include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Travelling from central Jakarta to CGK takes about 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, data shows 73.0% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
HLP is around 14 kilometres from central Jakarta. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Jakarta to CAI flight? Unwind in a hotel near Halim Perdanakusuma Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Have a late flight from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near CAI and shut your eyes sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairo and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Jakarta to Cairo International Airport flight.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Cairo. How long it'll take to get there in a car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
C$468 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport. A return flight starts from C$936. These prices can change depending on availability.
Book one month before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Jakarta to CAI.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Jakarta to Cairo International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Jakarta to CAI couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a price drop.
Save on your flight from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Cairo. August is when most people book flights from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport (CAI), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Before locking in your Jakarta 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).
Look for cheap tickets from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Cairo
Start your Cairo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Cairo International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Gizeh Plateau, Pyramid and giza pyramids are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Cairo itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're ready to explore another side 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 the start of reasons to visit.