How long is the flight to Cairo from London?

Cairo is about 2,195 miles from Heathrow. A non-stop flight, where one operates, takes around 4h 45m; with one connection most journeys take 7h 45m to 9h 45m.

Which airport do I fly into?

Cairo International Airport, airport code CAI.

What is the time difference?

Local time in Cairo is UTC+2 (UTC+3 in summer). The UK is on UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer.

How do I get today’s fare?

Send us your route or call 020 3137 8781 — we’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A consultant checks live fares across the airlines and calls you back.

Egypt · CAI

Cheap flights to Cairo

The pyramids of Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Nile, in one of the world’s oldest capitals.

Arrival airport: Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Distance from London: 2,195 miles
Non-stop flying time: around 4h 45m
With one stop: usually 7h 45m–9h 45m
Local time: UTC+2 (UTC+3 in summer)
Currency: Egyptian pound (EGP)

When to go

October to April; summers are very hot.

How people get there

Common connecting points for Cairo: Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Addis Ababa, Nairobi and major European hubs such as Amsterdam and Paris. Which airlines are flying, and whether there is a non-stop service on your dates, changes through the year — a consultant checks live schedules and fares for you.

Fly to Cairo from

Entry requirements change. Check the latest UK government travel advice for Egypt before you book.

Questions people ask

How long is the flight to Cairo from London?: Cairo is about 2,195 miles from Heathrow. A non-stop flight, where one operates, takes around 4h 45m; with one connection most journeys take 7h 45m to 9h 45m.
Which airport do I fly into?: Cairo International Airport, airport code CAI.
What is the time difference?: Local time in Cairo is UTC+2 (UTC+3 in summer). The UK is on UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 in summer.
When is the best time to go?: October to April; summers are very hot.
How do I get today’s fare?: Send us your route or call 020 3137 8781 — we’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A consultant checks live fares across the airlines and calls you back.