Traveling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Paris: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Paris.
Paris is one hour behind Cairo, where Cairo International Airport is located. Paris observes the UTC+1 timezone.
With 19 weekly flights between the two airports, Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Air France operates the earliest flight at 02:05. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from CAI to CDG is with EgyptAir at 18:00.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your CAI to Paris flight.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Begin your trip at CAI and fly nonstop to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). That will be your arrival point when searching for Cairo International Airport to Paris tickets.
There's a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Paris, such as:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CAI to Paris with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
CAI is about 11 miles from central Cairo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near CAI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Paris or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
65% of flights taking off from Cairo International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Paris
$75 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Paris flight. A return plane ticket starts from $200. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Book five months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CAI to Paris.
The best month for finding cheap Cairo International Airport to Paris tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 16 miles. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Booking your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from CAI to Paris can help you lock in the lowest rate.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from Cairo International Airport to Paris has touched down, you can get to the city center in about 25 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 9 miles from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city center in 40 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near ORY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your CAI to Paris flight:
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from ORY one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is around 55 miles from the center of Paris. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city center by car after your flight from Cairo International Airport to Paris.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way into the center, choose a hotel near BVA. Settle in at one of these options after your CAI to Paris flight:
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from BVA three weeks before your flight from Cairo International Airport to Paris to access the best rates.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
January is the quietest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Paris, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Paris based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Cairo International Airport to Paris plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 55ºF to 84ºF.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to Paris in January when temperatures average between 28ºF and 48ºF.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Paris, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Paris. Around 240 miles away to the southeast, its best attractions include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Around 210 miles southwest of Paris, Nantes is another favorite stop in France. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.
