Flying from Luxor Airport (LXR) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Luxor Airport to Cairo Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Luxor and Cairo share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Each week, there are 72 Luxor Airport to Cairo Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, go for the 00:15 EgyptAir flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 23:59 with Air Cairo.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LXR to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as November? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from Luxor Airport to Cairo Airport. Fly nonstop to Cairo with one of these carriers and get to know this amazing part of Egypt:
EgyptAir is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Neos leads the way as the most punctual carrier for LXR to CAI flights, with 92.86% of its services landing as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Luxor Airport to Cairo Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between LXR and CAI:
Jeddah Airport
Madinah Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luxor Airport (LXR) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
At the moment, £38 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Luxor Airport to Cairo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £96. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LXR to CAI.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Luxor Airport to Cairo Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Luxor Airport (LXR)
Of all flights departing from Luxor Airport, 51% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Luxor to Luxor Airport is around 8 kms (5 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LXR. Whether you have an early flight from Luxor Airport to Cairo Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Luxor Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Explore without limits with a Cairo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and discover more of Cairo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Cairo Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo Airport is approximately 23 kms (14 miles) from the centre of Cairo. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Luxor Airport to Cairo Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Luxor 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.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LXR to CAI in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kms (110 miles) away to the north-west, popular attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Port Said is another standout destination in Egypt and is around 177 kms (110 miles) north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without a visit to Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.