Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro (RIOA) to Cairo (CAI)

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Flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cairo.£776 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas and Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Cairo on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £776, select.

Cairo.£779 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with LATAM Airlines and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £779, select.

Cairo.£779 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas and Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with GOL Linhas Aéreas, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Cairo on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £779, select.

Cairo.£783 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with LATAM Airlines and Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Cairo on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £783, select.

Cairo.£784 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £784, select.

Cairo.£785 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Avianca and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £785, select.

Cairo.£828 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Cairo on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont.Price includes taxes and charges.From £828, select.

Cairo.£832 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 May, returning Fri, 22 May.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Cairo on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From £832, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo

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

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Rio de Janeiro to Cairo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairo.

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Rio de Janeiro to Cairo: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£776
Cheapest month to fly	September

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo is £776. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo. But we found flights with one stop from £776.

How many flights are there a week from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo?

As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo?

The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo Airport on Thursday, 17 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rio de Janeiro and Cairo Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Cairo with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Cairo is GOL Linhas Aéreas .

Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know

Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport (CAI) out of here.
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is five hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Rio De Janeiro to CAI.
In high season, expect longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.

Airports in Rio De Janeiro

Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to CAI. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
GIG is around 18 kms (11 miles) from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, data shows 79.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)

You can get to SDU from the centre of Rio De Janeiro in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kms (1.00 mile) or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Rio De Janeiro to CAI flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport:
Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance of 78.67%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.

About Cairo International Airport (CAI)

Reserve a hotel close to CAI if you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport. Pick one of these options and call it a night faster:
Get your adventure underway 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.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport flight.

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

Cairo International Airport is about 11 miles from central Cairo. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

£415 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport. Return flights start from £776. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to CAI. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport.

The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

August is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Plan your visit to Cairo in April for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Rio De Janeiro to CAI plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cairo to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).

More about Cairo

Start your Cairo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Cairo International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Gizeh Plateau, Pyramid and giza pyramids are leading attractions which should be on every Cairo itinerary.

Explore more of Egypt

Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen Cairo. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the north-west, its top attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're eager to discover another side of Egypt, head for Port Said, about 153 kms (95 miles) north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Old Historical buildings and Museum of Modern Art in Port Said are key highlights.