Are direct flights from Zürich to Cairo always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more economical. The 'best' option often depends on your priorities, whether it's cost savings or a quicker journey.

Can flexible travel dates help on Zürich to Cairo flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even specific weeks. Adjusting your travel by a day or two may result in notable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Zürich to Cairo flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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2026-11-03 – 2026-11-12
ZRH - Cairo
81% AI deal score
CHF 326
CHF 259
Round trip
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ZRH - Cairo
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CHF 310
CHF 262
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ZRH - Cairo
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CHF 264
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Zürich to Cairo: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Cairo

Right now, 18% of recent fares for flights from Zürich to Cairo are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $463–$649, with a median of $555. Current fares are trending below the typical level, which can present opportunities for cheap flights from Zürich to Cairo.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Cairo, February stands out with a median fare of $291. Following closely, March offers a median fare of $365, and November is also a more affordable option with a median fare of $392. These months generally provide more budget-friendly options compared to other times of the year.

A typical journey from Zürich to Cairo takes about 4h 5m, including connections. However, most itineraries for this route connect at least once. For connecting itineraries, the median journey time extends to 14h 20m, and these typically involve 2 stopovers. Only a small share of recent fares, 6.5%, are for direct flights from Zürich to Cairo.

The distance between Zürich and Cairo is approximately 2745 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul flight, meaning it falls within a range that is neither very short nor very long. New deals for this route show up several times a week, indicating a regular cadence of price changes.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Cairo

Regular price: CHF 236 - CHF 659

Prices for flights from Zurich to Cairo are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between CHF 236 and CHF 659. The current lowest deal is CHF 266 with Valuair, for travel from Jan 11-Jan 31.

now CHF 266

Low CHF 236

High CHF 659

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Cairo

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Cairo is February, with a median price of $291. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $638. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 291

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 638

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Cairo

Aegean Airlines

Swiss International Air Lines

Big Sky Airlines

Valuair

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Cairo

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cairo

Zürich (ZRH) - Cairo (CAI)

Aegean Airlines

CHF 717

CHF 380

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cairo

Zürich (ZRH) - Cairo (CAI)

Egyptair

CHF 653

CHF 382

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cairo

Zürich (ZRH) - Cairo (CAI)

Pegasus Airlines

CHF 712

CHF 408

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cairo

Zürich (ZRH) - Cairo (CAI)

Aegean Airlines

CHF 721

CHF 459

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cairo

Zürich (ZRH) - Cairo (CAI)

Alitalia

CHF 675

CHF 470

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cairo

Zürich (ZRH) - Cairo (CAI)

Air Cairo

CHF 721

CHF 312

One-way

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

1 night

Oct 29 - Oct 30

CHF 719 → CHF 376

48%

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

CHF 718 → CHF 391

46%

1 night

Oct 30 - Oct 31

CHF 719 → CHF 417

42%

2 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 30

CHF 722 → CHF 421

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Cairo

Zürich - Cairo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Zürich to Cairo are below the typical level, with 18% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $291

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Cairo, with a median price of $291.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 5m

Direct flights from Zürich to Cairo typically take 4 hours and 5 minutes, connecting flights take 14h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 6.5% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Egyptair offers direct flights

Egyptair is one airline that offers direct flights from Zürich to Cairo.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Zürich to Cairo appear regularly, with a current deal at $266.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a good option for flights to Cairo, offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 259

Cairo main airports to arrive at

Cairo International (CAI)

Cheapest

Cairo International Airport is a key arrival point for flights to Cairo, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 204

Airports nearby Cairo used as alternative

Sphinx International Airport (SPX)

Sphinx International Airport is a useful alternative, especially if traveling to the western parts of Cairo/Giza.

📍 ~45 km from Cairo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 169

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From ZRH

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Feb 04

Cairo, Egypt

91% AI deal score

$2,478

$933

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From ZRH

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Feb 15

Cairo, Egypt

91% AI deal score

$2,468

$933

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Business Class

From ZRH

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Mar 02

Cairo, Egypt

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$2,476

$934

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Business Class

From ZRH

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Mar 02

Cairo, Egypt

91% AI deal score

$2,476

$934

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Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Mar 02

Cairo, Egypt

91% AI deal score

$2,477

$934

Save $1,543

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Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Jan 05

Cairo, Egypt

91% AI deal score

$2,494

$934

Save $1,560

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Jan 05

Cairo, Egypt

91% AI deal score

$2,452

$934

Save $1,518

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Mar 02

Cairo, Egypt

91% AI deal score

$2,474

$934

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Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Mar 02

Cairo, Egypt

91% AI deal score

$2,465

$934

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Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From ZRH

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Mar 02

Cairo, Egypt

91% AI deal score

$2,483

$934

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Business Class

From ZRH

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Jan 09

Cairo, Egypt

91% AI deal score

$2,449

$934

Save $1,515

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From ZRH

Elite

Feb 15

Cairo, Egypt

91% AI deal score

$2,467

$934

Save $1,533

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

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 sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance, often several months before your desired travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer alternative flight options or different pricing. While it may require additional travel to and from these airports, it could potentially lead to savings on your airfare. Always weigh the total cost and convenience.

Zürich to Cairo: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Cairo

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Cairo

Regular price: CHF 236 - CHF 659

Prices for flights from Zurich to Cairo are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between CHF 236 and CHF 659. The current lowest deal is CHF 266 with Valuair, for travel from Jan 11-Jan 31.

now CHF 266

Low CHF 236

High CHF 659

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Cairo

February

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 291

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 638

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Cairo

Aegean Airlines

Swiss International Air Lines

Big Sky Airlines

Valuair

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Cairo

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cairo

Zürich (ZRH) - Cairo (CAI)

Aegean Airlines

CHF 717

CHF 380

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cairo

Zürich (ZRH) - Cairo (CAI)

Egyptair

CHF 653

CHF 382

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cairo

Zürich (ZRH) - Cairo (CAI)

Pegasus Airlines

CHF 712

CHF 408

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cairo

Zürich (ZRH) - Cairo (CAI)

Aegean Airlines

CHF 721

CHF 459

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cairo

Zürich (ZRH) - Cairo (CAI)

Alitalia

CHF 675

CHF 470

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Cairo

Zürich (ZRH) - Cairo (CAI)

Air Cairo

CHF 721

CHF 312

One-way

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

1 night

Oct 29 - Oct 30

CHF 719 → CHF 376

48%

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

CHF 718 → CHF 391

46%

1 night

Oct 30 - Oct 31

CHF 719 → CHF 417

42%

2 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 30

CHF 722 → CHF 421

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Cairo

Zürich - Cairo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Zürich to Cairo are below the typical level, with 18% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $291

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Cairo, with a median price of $291.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 5m

Direct flights from Zürich to Cairo typically take 4 hours and 5 minutes, connecting flights take 14h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 6.5% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Egyptair offers direct flights

Egyptair is one airline that offers direct flights from Zürich to Cairo.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Zürich to Cairo appear regularly, with a current deal at $266.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a good option for flights to Cairo, offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~CHF 259

Cairo main airports to arrive at

Cairo International (CAI)

Cheapest

Cairo International Airport is a key arrival point for flights to Cairo, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 204

Airports nearby Cairo used as alternative

Sphinx International Airport (SPX)

Sphinx International Airport is a useful alternative, especially if traveling to the western parts of Cairo/Giza.

Cairo, Egypt

91% AI deal score

$2,467

$934

Save $1,533

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairo

Cheap Flights from Zürich to Cairo

Today’s best flight deals from Zürich to Cairo

Zürich to Cairo: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Cairo

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Cairo

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Cairo

Direct flights from Zürich to Cairo

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Cairo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Cairo

Zürich - Cairo route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $291

Direct flights take 4h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant

Egyptair offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Zürich main airports to depart from

Cairo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cairo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cairo

Best Elite deals to Cairo

Feb 04

Feb 15

Mar 02

Mar 02

Mar 02

Jan 05

Jan 05

Mar 02

Mar 02

Mar 02

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Feb 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairo

How can I find cheap flights from Zürich to Cairo?

When should I book flights from Zürich to Cairo?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Zürich to Cairo?

Are direct flights from Zürich to Cairo always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Zürich to Cairo flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Zürich to Cairo flights?

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Flights to Cairo from other cities

Zürich to Cairo: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Cairo

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Cairo

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Cairo

Direct flights from Zürich to Cairo

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Cairo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Cairo

Zürich - Cairo route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $291

Direct flights take 4h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant

Egyptair offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Zürich main airports to depart from

Cairo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cairo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cairo

Best Elite deals to Cairo

Feb 04

Feb 15

Mar 02

Mar 02

Mar 02

Jan 05

Jan 05

Mar 02

Mar 02

Mar 02

Jan 09

Feb 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairo

How can I find cheap flights from Zürich to Cairo?

When should I book flights from Zürich to Cairo?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Zürich to Cairo?