Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport (CAI) taking off from here.
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Rio De Janeiro to CAI.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Rio De Janeiro to CAI departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
GIG is approximately 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Book a hotel near CAI if you're catching a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to the centre of Cairo is around 31 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
C$844 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport. Return flights start from C$1,464. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to CAI if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a new deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to CAI every day.
Customize your journey using filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to Cairo. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to CAI, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about Cairo
Start your Cairo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Cairo is to check out its leading attractions. Some highlights include Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Complete your Cairo trip with a car rental
Close all those tabs and let us do the hard work for you. We've also got amazing deals on car rentals in Cairo once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport. Easily compare prices in one place and drive off with a bargain that fits your budget.