Flying from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
1 hour 51 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Cairo is 1 hour behind Damascus and operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are 6 flights from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport. To jet off as early as possible, pick the 07:45 Syrianair flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from DAM to CAI is 19:45 with Syrianair.
Traveling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Egypt. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before booking your cheap ticket from DAM to CAI, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport is C$157. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$355. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from DAM to CAI.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Damascus International Airport (DAM)
Damascus International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Damascus. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 31 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from DAM to CAI around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cairo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Cairo right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from DAM to CAI:
Giza pyramids and Egyptian Museum are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Cairo must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Khan El-Khalili.
Complete your Cairo trip with hotels and a car rental
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