Travelling from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport (CAI) begins with finding the right airport to start your trip. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main departure points in Vancouver.
Cairo is 9 hours ahead of Vancouver. Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from Vancouver to CAI won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 33 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 16 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Vancouver to CAI, kick back in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CAI:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Cairo. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 31 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport is Rs105,526. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs263,485. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from Vancouver to CAI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Cairo, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from Vancouver to CAI in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about Cairo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cairo right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are essential stops on your Cairo itinerary.
Complete your Cairo trip with a car rental
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