Travelling from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Cairo International Airport is 11 hours.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is six hours behind Guangzhou.
Each week, there are ten Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Cairo International Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, select the 23:20 EgyptAir flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 23:20 with EgyptAir.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CAN to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
EgyptAir has direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if you have time.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is EgyptAir.
EgyptAir ranks as the top on-time carrier for CAN to CAI flights, with 95.12% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CAN and CAI:
Dubai Airport
Kuwait International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is 244 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 463 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from CAN to CAI by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CAN to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 86.05% of flights that depart CAN arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport from central Guangzhou, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near CAN:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and see more of Cairo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Cairo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CAN to CAI around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Cairo, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Journey around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its must-visit sights. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another side of Egypt, consider Port Said, about 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are key reasons to visit.