Traveling from Aleppo Airport (ALP) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cairo one hour behind Aleppo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your ALP to CAI flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aleppo Airport (ALP) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
$195 is currently the best price for a one-way Aleppo Airport to Cairo Airport flight. A return flight starts from $446. These prices may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from ALP to CAI, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Aleppo Airport to Cairo Airport.
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Handy information about Aleppo Airport (ALP)
Aleppo Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from ALP touch down on schedule 82% of the time.
To get to Aleppo Airport from central Aleppo, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 miles from the airport to the city center.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
Reserve a hotel close to CAI if you're taking a late Aleppo Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Cairo Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and discover more of Cairo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Cairo Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo Airport, Cairo is approximately 14 miles away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the center by car.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Aleppo Airport to Cairo Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Cairo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Aleppo Airport to Cairo Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 68ºF to 102ºF.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALP to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 46ºF and 70ºF then.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've experienced Cairo. Around 110 miles away to the north-west, its best attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Egypt, consider Port Said, roughly 110 miles north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are among its highlights.
