Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Damascus International Airport (DAM): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Damascus International Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Damascus is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Cairo.
Each week, there are six Cairo International Airport to Damascus International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, select the 09:45 Syrianair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 19:45 with Syrianair.
Your CAI to DAM flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Syrianair offers direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Damascus International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Damascus — and maybe even more of Syria if your schedule allows.
Syrianair tops the list for bookings on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Damascus International Airport flight is £188. A return plane ticket is currently £344. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from CAI to DAM, reserve your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Damascus International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Of the flights that depart from Cairo International Airport, 63.38% land on time at their destination.
To get to Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it takes around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
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Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
Damascus International Airport to the centre of Damascus has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 18 miles away.
When to fly to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo International Airport to Damascus International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Damascus based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Damascus is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your flights from Cairo International Airport to Damascus International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAI to DAM in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Syria
Damascus is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Syria waiting to be explored. Around 190 miles north of Damascus, a trip to Aleppo will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Aleppo Citadel, The Citadel of Aleppo and The Umayyad Mosque.
Homs is another standout destination in Syria and is around 90 miles north of Damascus. No journey is complete without experiencing Peronist garden, New Akrama Park and Citadel of Homs.