Cheap Flights from London Heathrow to Cairo

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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow to Cairo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Cairo

London Heathrow to Cairo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Heathrow to Cairo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairo.

London to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs44,787
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time4 hrs, 56 mins
Most popular airlineEgyptAir
Average flights per week85

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Cairo is Rs83,834. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 56 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Cairo.
EgyptAir, Air Canada and British Airways fly direct from London Heathrow to Cairo.
As of March 2025, there are 85 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Cairo is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport on Wednesday, 3 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 56 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Iberia and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo International Airport takes on average 4 hours 54 minutes. The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which makes it 2 hours ahead of London.

  • Take your pick of 46 weekly flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo International Airport. The 04:25 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight available from LHR to CAI. EgyptAir operates the latest service of the day at 22:30 if early mornings aren't your thing.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • British Airways has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to take in the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if time allows.

  • If you want to break up your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the LHR - CAI route include:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

  • To see if you need a visa to enter Egypt, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most current information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LHR to CAI.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo International Airport is Rs44,787. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs83,834. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • To score cheap flights from LHR to CAI, reserve your trip 4 months before the departure date.

  • December is the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap flights from LHR to CAI every day.

  • Use filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 57 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 1 minute.

  • After a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near LHR. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • Cairo International Airport to the centre of Cairo takes around 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Cairo in April.

  • When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap flights from LHR to CAI sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Cairo

  • After booking your flights from LHR to CAI, you'll want to find a place to stay in Cairo. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are major attractions which should be on any good Cairo itinerary.

Complete your Cairo trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Cairo International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Cairo.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.