Flying from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Antalya Airport to Cairo Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Cairo is one hour behind Antalya and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your AYT to CAI flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Cairo (and then exploring more of Egypt!) is a cinch with SunExpress. This popular airline has direct flights from Antalya Airport to Cairo Airport.
SunExpress is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
SunExpress is the most punctual carrier that operates AYT to CAI flights.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Antalya Airport to Cairo Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AYT and CAI:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
£78 is currently the best price for a one-way Antalya Airport to Cairo Airport flight. A return flight starts at £128. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from AYT to CAI, book your journey three months before your departure date.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Antalya Airport to Cairo Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Antalya Airport (AYT)
Of the flights that depart from Antalya Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Antalya Airport from central Antalya, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kms (8 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near AYT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Antalya Airport to Cairo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
Consider booking a hotel near CAI if you're taking a late Antalya Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Cairo Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cairo Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo Airport to central Cairo has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 23 kms (14 miles) away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Antalya Airport to Cairo Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Antalya Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AYT to CAI around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kms (110 miles) away to the north-west, top sights here include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Around 177 kms (110 miles) north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.