Traveling from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo one hour behind Erbil.
Each week, there are eight Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 03:45 EgyptAir flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 15:00 with Iraqi Airways.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EBL to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Flying into Cairo (and then exploring more of Egypt!) is a cinch with Iraqi Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Iraqi Airways has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 70.97% of its services landing as planned, EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier offering EBL to CAI flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between EBL and CAI include:
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is $173. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $326. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from EBL to CAI, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from EBL to CAI.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Erbil International Airport (EBL)
80.68% of flights leaving Erbil International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from EBL.
To reach Erbil International Airport from central Erbil, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city center.
Catching an early flight from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to EBL:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Book a hotel close to CAI if you have a late Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Cairo International Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to central Cairo has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 13 miles away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Cairo. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 72ºF and 104ºF. Book your flights from Erbil International Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from EBL to CAI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 46ºF and 72ºF on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be discovered. Around 110 miles north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Port Said is another well-known destination in Egypt and is around 110 miles north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without experiencing Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.