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August 23 - August 30

Cheapest

Best

SYD - Cairo

$1,450

$990

Round trip

July 23 - July 30

Earliest

SYD - Cairo

$1,339

$1,151

Round trip

November 23 - November 30

SYD - Cairo

$1,343

$1,156

Round trip

November 6 - November 14

SYD - Cairo

$1,339

$1,163

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October 24 - October 31

Best

SYD - Cairo

$1,468

$1,164

Round trip

November 6 - November 26

SYD - Cairo

$1,347

$1,164

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November 6 - November 15

SYD - Cairo

$1,344

$1,164

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November 13 - November 23

SYD - Cairo

$1,342

$1,164

Round trip

November 16 - November 22

SYD - Cairo

$1,328

$1,164

Round trip

October 13 - October 30

Best

SYD - Cairo

$1,486

$1,165

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Sydney to Cairo

A typical journey from Sydney to Cairo takes about 43h 35m, including connections. This extended travel time reflects the significant distance between the two cities and the necessity of multiple stops along the way. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, travelers should anticipate a substantial duration for this long-haul route.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Sydney to Cairo, prices typically range from $1068–$2142, with a median of $1625. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 28% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals is possible with careful planning. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find more favorable prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Cairo is during months like August, when the median fare is significantly lower at $634. Other cost-effective options include January, with a median fare of $830, and April, where the median fare stands at $1018. Planning your trip around these months can lead to considerable savings on airfare.

There are no direct flights from Sydney to Cairo. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the typical number of connections being 2. This means all journeys on this route will involve at least one stopover, extending the overall travel time but providing necessary transit points for such a long-distance trip.

The distance between Sydney and Cairo is approximately 14403 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul international route. This substantial distance necessitates extended flight times and typically involves multiple connections, making it a significant journey for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Cairo

Regular price: $1,263 - $2,057

Prices for flights from Sydney to Cairo are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Cairo is between $1263 and $2057. The current lowest deal is $990 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Aug 23-Aug 30.

now $990

Low $1,263

High $2,057

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Cairo

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Cairo is August, with a median price of $634. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2321. Generally, prices are lower from January to October.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $634

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,321

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Direct flights from Sydney to Cairo

Etihad Airways

China Eastern Airlines

Qatar Airways

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Cairo

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Cairo

Sydney (SYD) - Cairo (CAI)

China Eastern Airlines

$1,326

$1,281

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Cairo

Sydney (SYD) - Cairo (CAI)

China Eastern Airlines

$1,316

$1,257

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Cairo

Sydney (SYD) - Cairo (CAI)

Etihad Airways

$1,336

$1,267

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Cairo

Sydney (SYD) - Cairo (CAI)

China Eastern Airlines

$1,339

$1,151

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Cairo

Sydney (SYD) - Cairo (CAI)

China Eastern Airlines

$1,384

$1,194

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Cairo

Sydney (SYD) - Cairo (CAI)

Etihad Airways

$1,391

$1,255

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Cairo

27 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 28

$2,085 → $1,375

34%

11 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 12

$1,957 → $1,344

31%

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$1,894 → $1,287

32%

29 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 31

$2,095 → $1,517

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Cairo

Sydney - Cairo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to Cairo are below the typical level, with a good price at $1068.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Cairo, with a median price of $634.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 43h 35m

Flights from Sydney to Cairo are long-haul, with connecting flights typically taking 43h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers 92 connecting deals

Etihad Airways offers 92 connecting deals, while China Eastern Airlines has 6 and Qatar Airways has 2.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, 1.03 deals per day

Deals for flights from Sydney to Cairo appear frequently, with an average of 1.03 deals per day.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a primary departure point for flights to Cairo, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$990

Cairo main airports to arrive at

Cairo International (CAI)

Cheapest

Cairo International Airport is a convenient arrival point for travelers heading to Cairo.

📍 ~20 km from Cairo city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$990

Airports nearby Cairo used as alternative

Sphinx International Airport (SPX)

Sphinx International Airport (SPX) is a useful alternative arrival airport, relieving traffic from Cairo International.

📍 ~50 km from Cairo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1464

Borg El Arab (HBE)

Borg El Arab (HBE) is a useful alternative arrival airport, serving as a secondary major gateway within reasonable driving distance.

📍 ~180 km from Cairo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1415

Sharm el-Sheikh International (SSH)

Sharm el-Sheikh International (SSH) is a useful alternative arrival airport with extensive international connections.

📍 ~380 km from Cairo (reachable by domestic flight or car)

💸 Flights from ~$1241

Hurghada International (HRG)

Hurghada International (HRG) is a useful alternative arrival airport for long-haul flights not available at smaller airports.

📍 ~400 km from Cairo (reachable by domestic flight or car)

💸 Flights from ~$1359

Queen Alia International (AMM)

Cheapest

Queen Alia International (AMM) is a useful alternative arrival airport due to its major regional hub status and global connectivity.

📍 ~500 km from Cairo (reachable by international travel)

💸 Flights from ~$1159

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cairo

Cairo, Egypt

70% AI deal score

$5,985

From SYD

Elite

Jun 19

Cairo, Egypt

69% AI deal score

$12,292

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairo

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help identify better deals. Often, booking in advance may lead to lower fares.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fare trends is usually beneficial. Some travelers find good deals closer to the departure date, but this can be less predictable.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover alternative flight options or different pricing. While it may require additional travel, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in the cost and time of ground transportation to and from these alternative airports.

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