Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 35 minutes.
Abidjan's timezone is UTC+0, making Abidjan two hours behind Cairo.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your CAI to ABJ flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Traveling to Abidjan (and then seeing more of Ivory Coast!) is a breeze with EgyptAir. This popular airline has direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport.
The majority of travelers choose to travel with EgyptAir on this route.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier that operates CAI to ABJ flights. An exceptional 80.0% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between CAI and ABJ:
Kotoka International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
$245 is the best price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight. A return flight starts from $387. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from CAI to ABJ by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CAI to ABJ.
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Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
63.38% of flights that take off from Cairo International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is around 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CAI? If you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
If you're landing on a late Cairo International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ABJ:
Follow your own route with a Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Abidjan and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to central Abidjan
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is approximately 13 miles from the center of Abidjan. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Abidjan. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport for April if you'd like to go to Abidjan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 79ºF and 86ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from CAI to ABJ in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 72ºF and 81ºF on average.
Explore more of Ivory Coast
You've done Abidjan, now it's time to discover other parts of Ivory Coast. Journey about 180 miles north-west to Bouake to tick off its top sights. From Cathedral Saint Michel to NOUVEAU SAKABO and Douane Garden, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Ivory Coast, consider Korhogo, roughly 300 miles north of Abidjan. EGLISE VASES D’HONNEUR KORHOGO ASSEMBLÉE GRÂCE SURABONDANTE, Lieu de fabrication du balafon and Place de l'indépendance de korhogo are the start of reasons to visit.