Travelling from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Los Angeles has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport (CAI) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 9 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Los Angeles to CAI. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? High seasons (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Los Angeles to CAI departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
From central Los Angeles, LAX is approximately 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Van Nuys Airport and CAI:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can get to VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in about 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Los Angeles to CAI, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near CAI:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport is Rs104,138. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs186,529. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Los Angeles to CAI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to Cairo. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles to CAI in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport in January when temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC.
More about Cairo
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Cairo International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cairo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are top attractions which should be on any good Cairo itinerary.
Complete your Cairo trip with a car rental
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