Traveling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
3 hours 13 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cairo International Airport. Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Rome and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are 34 flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cairo International Airport. The first flight from FCO to CAI is at 03:45 and the latest is at 21:55.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
EgyptAir is your gateway to exploring Cairo (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Egypt!). Check out the direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cairo International Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cairo International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between FCO and CAI:
Luxor International Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Egypt. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from FCO to CAI, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cairo International Airport is C$163. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$356. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flight tickets from FCO to CAI, book your journey 10 months before the departure date.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cairo International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 32 kilometres from the center of Rome, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport can be reached in approximately 39 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 51 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near FCO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cairo International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cairo International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to central Cairo takes about 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FCO to CAI in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC then.
More about Cairo
Once you've booked your flights from FCO to CAI, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Cairo. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are attractions you won't want to skip in Cairo.
Complete your Cairo trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Cairo International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Cairo getaway.