Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Zurich Airport is 4 hours 15 minutes.
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, making Zurich one hour behind Cairo.
Flights from CAI to ZRH start from 03:10 — the first with SWISS. The latest departure is at 19:50 with SWISS. In total, you can choose from 11 weekly Cairo International Airport to Zurich Airport flights.
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 CAI to ZRH flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
SWISS is your gateway to exploring Zurich (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Switzerland!). Check out the direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Zurich Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is SWISS.
With 67.74% of services arriving as planned, SWISS is the most punctual carrier operating CAI to ZRH flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Zurich Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CAI and ZRH:
Geneve Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
At the moment, £90 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £191. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from CAI to ZRH, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Zurich Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CAI to ZRH.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cairo International Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
63.38% of flights departing from Cairo International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is approximately 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near CAI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cairo International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Zurich and beyond.
Booking your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 8 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Zurich Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Zurich in January.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Cairo International Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to ZRH in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Zurich, now it's time to discover other parts of Switzerland. Journey about 45 miles west to Basel to tick off its leading sights. From Basel Minster to Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Bern is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 60 miles south-west of Zurich. No trip is complete without a visit to Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
