Flying from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Luxembourg.
To ensure you catch your LUX to CAI flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Luxembourg Airport to Cairo International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LUX and CAI:
Frankfurt Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
R 2,544 is the best price for a one-way Luxembourg Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 4,681. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from LUX to CAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Cairo International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LUX to CAI.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Luxembourg Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
65.56% of flights taking off from Luxembourg Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Luxembourg Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Luxembourg. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to LUX? If you've booked an early flight from Luxembourg Airport to Cairo International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you have a late Luxembourg Airport to Cairo International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near CAI:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cairo International 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 International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Cairo. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Cairo. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Cairo International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LUX to CAI in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Cairo, now it's time to discover more of Egypt. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its top attractions. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Egypt, consider Port Said, about 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are highlights.