Flying from Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Tunis-Carthage International Airport to Cairo International Airport is 3 hours.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Tunis Carthage.
Take your pick of 12 weekly Tunis-Carthage International Airport to Cairo International Airport flights. The 11:15 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight you can take. Tunisair operates the last service of the day at 22:25.
Your TUN to CAI flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Cairo (and then discovering more of Egypt!) is a cinch with EgyptAir. This popular airline has direct flights from Tunis-Carthage International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with EgyptAir on this route.
Tunisair is the most punctual carrier operating TUN to CAI flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tunis-Carthage International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is C$187. A return fare is currently C$381. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from TUN to CAI, reserve your journey 11 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Tunis-Carthage International Airport to Cairo International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from TUN to CAI.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Tunis-Carthage International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
When it comes to Tunis-Carthage International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 57.19% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Tunis-Carthage International Airport from central Tunis Carthage, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel near TUN? If you're catching an early flight from Tunis-Carthage International Airport to Cairo International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you're arriving on a late Tunis-Carthage International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near CAI:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Cairo. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Tunis-Carthage International Airport to Cairo International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Cairo in April.
When reserving your flight from Tunis-Carthage International Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from TUN to CAI around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. Experience major highlights starting with Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.