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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from London to Cairo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Cairo

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

Direct flights from London to Cairo

London to Cairo: Alternative routes

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

London to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$244
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time4 hrs, 56 mins
Most popular airlineEgyptAir
Average flights per week98

Finding cheap flights from London to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from London to Cairo is $244. 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.
4 hours and 56 minutes is the average flight time from London to Cairo.
EgyptAir, Air Canada and British Airways fly direct from London to Cairo.
There are 98 flights per week flying from London to Cairo, as of February 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Cairo is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Cairo Airport on Saturday, October 4, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 56 minutes.
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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from London to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • When planning your flight from London to Cairo International Airport (CAI), you'll have your pick of airports to leave from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).

  • Around 4 hours 54 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London to Cairo International Airport.

  • The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is 2 hours ahead of London. Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo.

  • With 46 direct weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) is the most popular route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 09:05. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from LHR to CAI is with EgyptAir at 22:30.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to CAI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Take off and land with no stops from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Nonstop flights from London to Cairo International Airport (CAI) operate from here.

  • British Airways is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from London to Cairo International Airport taking off from LHR.

  • We make it a cinch to plan a flight from London to CAI that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between LHR and CAI include:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • From central London, LHR is around 31 kilometers away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.

  • Booked an early flight from London to Cairo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Searching for other options for a direct flight from London to Cairo International Airport (CAI)? Browse the fares departing from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

  • EgyptAir operates direct flights from London to CAI leaving from LGW. Book your preferred aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.

  • Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from London to Cairo International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between London Gatwick Airport and CAI:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • LGW is around 80 kilometers from central London. It'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from London to CAI? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

About Cairo International Airport (CAI)

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometers from central Cairo. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 31 minutes.

  • When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 26 minutes.

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

  • $111 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Cairo International Airport. Return flights start from $244. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.

  • To snag cheap tickets from London to CAI, book your journey 3 months ahead of the departure date.

  • You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from London to Cairo International Airport if you travel in December. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from London to CAI is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

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

  • August is the most popular month for flights from London to Cairo International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Cairo in April when it's quieter.

  • Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Cairo. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from London to CAI sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 40ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from London to Cairo International Airport in January when temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC.

More about Cairo

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Cairo right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from London to Cairo International Airport:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are must-visits when exploring Cairo.

Complete your Cairo trip with a car rental

  • Close all those tabs and let us do the hard work for you. We can also help you find deals on car rentals in Cairo once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from London to Cairo International Airport. Instantly compare prices in one place and drive away with the perfect ride for less.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.