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Flight deals from Washington Dulles to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £671. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cairo.£283 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £283, select.

Cairo.£292 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £292, select.

Cairo.£298 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £298, select.

Cairo.£301 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £301, select.

Cairo.£301 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £301, select.

Cairo.£316 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £316, select.

Cairo.£318 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Apr.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £318, select.

Cairo.£318 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £318, select.

Cairo.£322 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £322, select.

Cairo.£328 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 15 May, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £328, select.

Cairo.£355 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £355, select.

Cairo.£402 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £402, select.

Cairo.£416 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £416, select.

Cairo.£418 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £418, select.

Cairo.£434 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £434, select.

Cairo.£435 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £435, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Washington Dulles to Cairo: Alternative routes

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Washington D.C. to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£283
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	10 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airline	EgyptAir
Average flights per week	4

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Washington Dulles to Cairo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Cairo is £544. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Washington Dulles to Cairo?

10 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Cairo.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington Dulles to Cairo?

EgyptAir flies direct from Washington Dulles to Cairo.

How many flights are there a week from Washington Dulles to Cairo?

As of June 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Cairo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington Dulles to Cairo?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Cairo is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 48 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cairo?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cairo?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo with?

Currently, Royal Air Maroc and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport is 10 hours 30 minutes.
Cairo is seven hours ahead of Washington DC and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from IAD to CAI start from 12:00 — the earliest with EgyptAir. The latest departure is at 13:00 with EgyptAir. In total, you can choose from three weekly Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your IAD to CAI flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
EgyptAir offers direct flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with EgyptAir on this route.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier that operates IAD to CAI flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between IAD and CAI include:
- Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Toronto Pearson International Airport
- Mohammed V Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Cairo Airport (CAI)

At the moment, £283 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £544. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from IAD to CAI, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Landing cheap flights from IAD to CAI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport.

Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)

You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of all flights leaving Washington Dulles Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Washington Dulles Airport is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near IAD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)

If you're getting in on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near CAI:
Grab a Cairo Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Cairo Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

Cairo Airport is roughly 23 kms (14 miles) from the centre of Cairo. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.

When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cairo. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cairo Airport for July if you want to visit Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 39ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from IAD to CAI around that time if you like 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.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Egypt, head for Port Said, about 177 kms (110 miles) north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are among the biggest draws.