Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
A direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cairo International Airport takes an average of 4 hours 49 minutes. The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, making it 1 hour ahead of Madrid.
Take your pick of 73 weekly flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cairo International Airport. The 00:20 departure with Iberia Express is the earliest flight available from MAD to CAI. Iberia Express operates the last service of the day at 23:20 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
An easy trip from MAD to CAI is all it takes to reach Cairo, Egypt. There is a range of airlines that run direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cairo International Airport, including:
If you'd like to break up your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the MAD - CAI route are:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Egypt, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the latest information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MAD to CAI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cairo International Airport is $92. The cheapest price for a return flight is $181. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from MAD to CAI by booking 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organize your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cairo International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 11 miles from central Madrid, Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport can be reached in about 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 37 minutes.
After an easy way to start to your vacation? Stay near MAD. Whether you have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cairo International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cairo International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 13 miles away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the center driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 26 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 72ºF and 104ºF. Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to CAI in January. Temperatures average between 46ºF and 72ºF then.
More about Cairo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cairo right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from MAD to CAI:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are top sights which should be on every Cairo itinerary.
Complete your Cairo trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Cairo International Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Cairo.