Cheap Flights from Paris (PARI) to Cairo (CAI)

Travelling from Paris to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know

• You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Paris to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Check out your options for taking off from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).

• The average duration of a direct Paris to Cairo International Airport flight is 4 hours 20 minutes.

• The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Paris. Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo.

• The busiest route is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Cairo International Airport (CAI), with 18 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from CDG to CAI is the 2:50pm EgyptAir service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 10:05pm with EgyptAir.

• Your flight from Paris to CAI won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

• Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Paris

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

• Reach your destination without the detour from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Direct flights from Paris to Cairo International Airport (CAI) can be booked from here.

• EgyptAir is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Paris to Cairo International Airport jetting out of CDG.

• EgyptAir is the airline most travellers choose for flights from CDG to CAI.

• The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Air France.

• Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Paris to CAI. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

  • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

• Travelling from central Paris to CDG takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kms (17 miles) in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

• Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Paris to Cairo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • Hotel Inn Paris CDG Airport

  • Mercure Paris CDG Airport & Convention

  • Premiere Classe Roissy CDG - Paris Nord 2 - Parc des Expositions

• When it comes to Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, 61.46% of flights complete their journey on time.

• CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

• Looking to fly out of Paris Orly Airport (ORY)? Direct Paris to Cairo International Airport (CAI) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.

• Transavia France offers direct flights from Paris to CAI leaving from ORY. Book your favourite window seat and get to your destination in a single journey.

• Transavia France takes the lead in bookings on the ORY to CAI route.

• Vueling is the most punctual carrier flying from Paris Orly Airport to Cairo International Airport, with 76.92% of its services landing on time.

• Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Paris to Cairo International Airport, browse these options when setting off from Paris Orly Airport:

  • Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

• Using public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kms (12 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.

• Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to CAI flight:

  • Best Western Plus Paris Orly Airport

  • Novotel Paris Orly Rungis

  • Adonis Paris Sud

• When it comes to keeping flights on track, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.56%.

• The address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.

Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)

• Lock in a plane ticket from Paris to Cairo International Airport (CAI) departing from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between BVA and CAI include:

  • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

• From central Paris, BVA is around 88 kms (55 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to arrive by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you take public transport.

• Make catching an early Paris to Cairo International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to your departure gate without rushing:

  • Hostellerie Saint Vincent Beauvais Aeroport

  • The Originals City Hôtel, Aéroport Beauvais

  • Ibis Beauvais Aéroport

• The on-time performance rate of BVA is 66.39%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.

• The street address of Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.

About Cairo International Airport (CAI)

• The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paris to Cairo International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:

  • Novotel Cairo Airport

  • Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino

  • Ocean Blue Studios

• Begin your adventure by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo to explore Cairo and beyond.

• To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Paris to Cairo International Airport flight.

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

• The centre of Cairo is about 11 miles from Cairo International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.

• It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

• The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Cairo International Airport is £78. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £138. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.

• Score cheap flights from Paris to CAI by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

• Organise your trip for October. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Paris to Cairo International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

• There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Paris to CAI.

• Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Paris to Cairo International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Paris to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

• August is the busiest month for flights from Paris to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Plan your visit to Cairo in April if you prefer a quieter experience.

• When booking your Paris to CAI plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).

• Search for cheap tickets from Paris to Cairo International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).

More about Cairo

• When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cairo right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Paris to Cairo International Airport:

  • Ramses Hilton

  • Panorama Ramsis Hotel & Cafe

  • Bella Casa Hostel

• All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Gizeh Plateau, Pyramid and giza pyramids are must-do's during your Cairo adventure.

Explore more of Egypt

• Cairo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Egypt just waiting to be explored. Around 193 kms (120 miles) north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.

• Around 153 kms (95 miles) north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. Start your sightseeing at Suez Canal, Old Historical buildings and Museum of Modern Art in Port Said.