Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo nine hours behind Sydney.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your SYD to CAI flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cairo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SYD and CAI include:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
R 7,486 is the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 14,885. These fares can change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from SYD to CAI, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cairo International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights leaving from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to SYD:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Cairo International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Cairo. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cairo International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Cairo in April.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you want to explore Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to CAI in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
If you're looking to explore another side of Egypt, head for Port Said, about 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are among its highlights.