Travelling from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cairo eight hours ahead of Houston.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your HOU to CAI flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
£321 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Houston Hobby Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Return flights start at £645. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from HOU to CAI, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Of the departures from Houston Hobby Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
Houston Hobby Airport is around 19 kms (12 miles) from central Houston. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near HOU? If you've booked an early flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cairo Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
If you're landing on a late Houston Hobby Airport to Cairo Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near CAI:
Explore without limits with a Cairo Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and find adventure across Cairo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Cairo Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo Airport is roughly 23 kms (14 miles) from central Cairo. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cairo Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cairo. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Cairo Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 39ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from HOU to CAI around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Cairo, now it's time to discover other corners of Egypt. Travel about 177 kms (110 miles) north-west to Alexandria to check off its must-visit sights. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Port Said is another sought-after destination in Egypt and is around 177 kms (110 miles) north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without dropping by Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.
