Travelling from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Cairo is one hour behind Damascus and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from DAM to CAI start at 07:45 — the earliest with Syrianair. The last service of the day is at 16:45 with Syrianair. In total, you can take your pick of six weekly Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport flights.
Your DAM to CAI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Syrianair is your gateway to exploring Cairo (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Egypt!). Browse the direct flights from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport offered by this airline.
Syrianair is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Among carriers operating DAM to CAI flights, Syrianair has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
£97 is the best price for a one-way Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £211. These fares can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from DAM to CAI, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DAM to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Damascus International Airport (DAM)
Damascus International Airport is about 18 miles from central Damascus. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and venture far and wide through Cairo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to central Cairo has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 13 miles away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Cairo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Damascus International Airport to Cairo International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DAM to CAI sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Egypt just waiting to be explored. About 110 miles north-west of Cairo, a trip to Alexandria will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Port Said is another standout destination in Egypt and is around 110 miles north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without experiencing Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.