Flying from Roma Airport (RMA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo eight hours behind Roma.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your RMA to CAI flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Roma Airport (RMA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Roma Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is £549. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £2,241. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from RMA to CAI, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Roma Airport (RMA)
62.05% of flights that leave from Roma Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Roma Airport from central Roma, it'll take around 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 2 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to RMA? If you've booked an early flight from Roma Airport to Cairo International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you have a late Roma Airport to Cairo International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is approximately 13 miles from central Cairo. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Roma Airport to Cairo International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Cairo in April.
Book your flight from Roma Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RMA to CAI in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen Cairo. Around 110 miles away to the north-west, its best attractions include Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Port Said is another favourite destination in Egypt and is around 110 miles north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without experiencing Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.