Flying from Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's main airports.
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is five hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sao Paulo to CAI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to CAI with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between GRU and CAI include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
75.54% of flights taking off from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport reach their destination on time.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to CGH in about 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 10 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to CAI flight:
73.8% of all departures from Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Viracopos Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rate of VCP is 75.02%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Reserve a hotel near CAI if you're catching a late flight from Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
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 well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to central Cairo is around 18 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport is R 7,475. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 15,335. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Sao Paulo to CAI, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
April is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport (CAI), while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Sao Paulo to CAI plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cairo to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Cairo
Start your Cairo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Cairo International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Gizeh Plateau, Pyramid and giza pyramids are essential stops on your Cairo itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cairo. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Port Said is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 153 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without seeing Suez Canal, Old Historical buildings and Museum of Modern Art in Port Said.
