Travelling from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Mexico City. Check out your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) when searching for a flight from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport (CAI).
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 8 hours ahead of Mexico City.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Mexico City to CAI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Mexico City to CAI. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
MEX is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)
Split up your flight from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Santa Lucia Air Force Base and CAI include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can reach NLU from central Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 46 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your flight from Mexico City to CAI by booking a hotel near Santa Lucia Air Force Base. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
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.
It typically takes 1 hour and 26 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
For a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport, Rs129,495 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just Rs285,074. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Mexico City to CAI if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Cairo in April when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Mexico City to CAI, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 8ºC and 22ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport.
More about Cairo
Start your Cairo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Giza pyramids and Egyptian Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Cairo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Khan El-Khalili.
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