Travelling from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Frankfurt. Check out your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when searching for a flight from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport (CAI).
4 hours 10 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport flight.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Frankfurt. Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) is the most popular route. There are 19 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Lufthansa at 10pm. Opt for the first FRA to CAI departure operated by Lufthansa at 10:05am if you'd rather not wait around.
Your flight from Frankfurt to CAI won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport (CAI) are available from here.
Lufthansa is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport leaving from FRA.
Lufthansa is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from FRA to CAI.
Among carriers operating on this route, Lufthansa has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to CAI. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% land on schedule at their destination.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Break up your flight from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and CAI include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
HHN is around 121 kms (75 miles) from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 40 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to CAI flight:
53.13% of flights leaving Frankfurt - Hahn Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near CAI:
Explore without limits with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and see more of Cairo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport flight.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is roughly 11 miles from central Cairo. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
£109 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport. A return flight starts from £154. These prices may change based on demand.
Book five months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to CAI.
October is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport (CAI). August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your Frankfurt to CAI plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cairo
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Cairo International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cairo:
Gizeh Plateau and Pyramid are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Cairo to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out giza pyramids.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Cairo, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Journey about 193 kms (120 miles) north-west to Alexandria to tick off its leading sights. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another side of Egypt, head for Port Said, roughly 153 kms (95 miles) north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Old Historical buildings and Museum of Modern Art in Port Said are key highlights.
