Travelling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cairo Airport is 4 hours 20 minutes.
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cairo one hour ahead of Paris.
Every week, there are 18 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cairo Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, select the 14:50 EgyptAir flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 22:05 with EgyptAir.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CDG to CAI flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
EgyptAir is your gateway to discovering Cairo (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Egypt!). Check out the direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cairo Airport offered by this carrier.
EgyptAir tops the list for bookings on this route.
Air France is the most punctual carrier that offers CDG to CAI flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cairo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CDG and CAI include:
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
Currently, R 2,548 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cairo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,411. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CDG to CAI.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cairo Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cairo Airport.
Handy information about Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, data shows 65% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Paris. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near CDG? If you're catching an early flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cairo Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
If you're arriving on a late Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cairo Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cairo Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo Airport, Cairo is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cairo Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cairo. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CDG to CAI sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Cairo, now it's time to discover other corners of Egypt. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its must-visit sights. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another side of Egypt, head for Port Said, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are the start of reasons to visit.
