Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro is five hours behind Cairo, where Cairo International Airport is located. Rio de Janeiro observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your CAI to Rio de Janeiro flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as February? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from CAI to Rio de Janeiro. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
CAI is around 18 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CAI:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cairo International Airport, 65% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Rio de Janeiro
419 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return plane ticket starts from 827 €. These prices may change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from CAI to Rio de Janeiro, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cairo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CAI to Rio de Janeiro by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find a cheap flight from Cairo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from CAI to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Once your flight from Cairo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near SDU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your CAI to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from SDU three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Step off your flight from Cairo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Rio de Janeiro is around 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and typically takes 45 minutes to drive there.
If you use public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near RRJ after your CAI to Rio de Janeiro flight. Recover from your travel day or just take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Cairo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro is smart. Along with better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To avoid the crowds, visit Rio de Janeiro in December.
Before locking in your Cairo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CAI to Rio de Janeiro around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Rio de Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Cairo International Airport to Rio de Janeiro, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rio de Janeiro:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are must-visits when exploring Rio de Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil just waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Belo Horizonte is another well-known destination in Brazil and is around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. No trip is complete without visiting Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.
