Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Houston.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IAH to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Cairo International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IAH and CAI:
Pearson International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is £248. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £442. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from IAH to CAI, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Cairo International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of George Bush Intercontinental Airport, data shows 78.42% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is around 17 miles from central Houston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near IAH:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairo and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Cairo International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 13 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Cairo. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IAH to CAI sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Cairo, now it's time to explore more of Egypt. Journey about 110 miles north-west to Alexandria to check off its leading attractions. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, your itinerary will be busy.
Port Said is another standout destination in Egypt and is around 110 miles north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without visiting Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.