Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Port Sudan Airport (PZU): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Port Sudan Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Port Sudan's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Cairo.
You can choose from 19 weekly Cairo International Airport to Port Sudan Airport flights. The 05:00 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight available. Badr Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:00.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your CAI to PZU flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Port Sudan Airport. When you're ready to start your Port Sudan adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Sudan:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Tarco Aviation.
Among carriers operating CAI to PZU flights, EgyptAir has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Port Sudan Airport (PZU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Port Sudan Airport flight is R 3,936. A round-trip ticket right now is R 8,863. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from CAI to PZU, book your journey six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Port Sudan Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CAI to PZU.
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Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
63.38% of flights leaving from Cairo International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Port Sudan Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CAI:
Getting from Port Sudan Airport (PZU) to central Port Sudan
From Port Sudan Airport, Port Sudan is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Port Sudan Airport (PZU)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo International Airport to Port Sudan Airport is February, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Port Sudan based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Port Sudan is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your flights from Cairo International Airport to Port Sudan Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to PZU in February. Average temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Sudan
Port Sudan has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Sudan waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres south of Port Sudan, a visit to Kassala will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Kesele hayvanat bahçesi, Toutil mountain and حديقة حيونات ولايةكسلا Zoo Kassala.
Another worthwhile stop in Sudan, Atbara is about 402 kilometres south-west of Port Sudan. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Masjid Almina Albarry.