Skyscanner home

Cheap Flights from Cairo (CAI) to Columbus (CMHA)

Compare Cairo to Columbus flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Columbus

Book the best Columbus fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Cairo to Columbus

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairo to Columbus? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.£586 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Cairo on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £586, select.
Columbus.£829 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with EgyptAir and Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Cairo on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £829, select.
Columbus.£863 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £863, select.
Columbus.£869 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cairo on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £869, select.
Columbus.£869 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cairo on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £869, select.
Columbus.£938 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Thu, 23 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cairo on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £938, select.
Columbus.£944 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Thu, 21 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £944, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Columbus

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jan
Find prices
Feb
Find prices
Mar
Find prices
Apr
Find prices
May
from £944
Jun
Find prices
Jul
from £938
Aug
Find prices
Sep
Find prices
Oct
Find prices
Nov
Find prices
Dec
Find prices

Alternative Cairo to Columbus routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cairo to Columbus? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Port Columbus

7 miles from central Columbus
ClosestCheapest
from £586
Search flights

Columbus Rickenbacker

11 miles from central Columbus
from £953
Search flights

Cairo to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£586
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cairo to Columbus is £586. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cairo to Columbus. But we found flights with one or more stops from £586.
As of January 2026, there are no flights flying from Cairo to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Columbus is usually January.
If you're flying from Cairo Airport, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 6.7 miles away from the centre of Columbus. We've found flights into this airport from £586.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Columbus on Saturday, 24 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairo Airport and Columbus. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Columbus 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 Columbus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In January, the average temperature is usually around -3°C. July is typically the warmest month in Columbus, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -7°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Columbus is six hours behind Cairo.

  • To avoid rushing for your CAI to Columbus flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from CAI to Columbus, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • CAI is around 11 miles from central Cairo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Columbus? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAI:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Cairo International Airport, data shows 63.38% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

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

  • £393 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Columbus flight. A return plane ticket right now is £586. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from CAI to Columbus, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • If you have flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your Cairo International Airport to Columbus ticket.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CAI to Columbus by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Columbus by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is around 8 miles from the centre of Columbus. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near CMH if you have a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Columbus. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Columbus and beyond.

  • Increase your chances of getting the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from CAI to Columbus is a good idea.

  • You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • The centre of Columbus is about 16 miles from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). After your flight from Cairo International Airport to Columbus has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Relax and unpack not long after your CAI to Columbus flight at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East. This comfortable accommodation option is a quick drive from LCK.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • Plan your trip to Columbus in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Cairo International Airport to Columbus in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • Book a Cairo International Airport to Columbus plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from CAI to Columbus in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

More about Columbus

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Columbus right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Cairo International Airport to Columbus:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are must-do's during your Columbus adventure.

Explore more of United States

  • Columbus has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. About 280 miles north-west of Columbus, a visit to Chicago will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • If you're ready to explore another great destination in United States, consider Indianapolis, about 170 miles west of Columbus. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among its highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Cairo to Columbus

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