Flying from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cairo three hours 30 minutes behind Chandigarh.
Give yourself enough time to catch your IXC to CAI flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chandigarh Airport to Cairo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between IXC and CAI include:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chandigarh Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is R 8,733. A round-trip fare is currently R 16,747. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IXC to CAI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Chandigarh Airport to Cairo International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from IXC to CAI couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chandigarh Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
76.09% of flights departing from Chandigarh Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Chandigarh Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Chandigarh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chandigarh Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to IXC:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Book a hotel near CAI if you're catching a late Chandigarh Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Cairo International Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Chandigarh Airport to Cairo International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Cairo in April.
When reserving your flight from Chandigarh Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IXC to CAI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Cairo, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its leading attractions. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Egypt, consider Port Said, about 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are key reasons to visit.
