Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is three hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MAA to CAI flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Cairo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MAA and CAI include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Right now, R 3,713 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,489. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAA to CAI, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that leave from Chennai Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MAA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Cairo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Consider staying in a hotel near CAI if you're taking a late Chennai Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and venture far and wide through Cairo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Cairo International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Cairo in April.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to CAI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Egypt, consider Port Said, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are highlights.