Travelling from Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sulaimaniyah International Airport to Cairo International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Cairo is one hour behind Sulaymaniyah and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your ISU to CAI flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Iraqi Airways has direct flights from Sulaimaniyah 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 majority of passengers choose to fly with Iraqi Airways on this route.
Among carriers operating ISU to CAI flights, Iraqi Airways is the most consistent for on-time landings.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sulaimaniyah International Airport to Cairo International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ISU and CAI:
Queen Alia International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Currently, 157 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sulaimaniyah International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 278 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from ISU to CAI, book your journey six months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Sulaimaniyah International Airport to Cairo International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ISU to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sulaimaniyah International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU)
77.52% of flights leaving from Sulaimaniyah International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Sulaimaniyah International Airport from central Sulaymaniyah, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sulaimaniyah International Airport to Cairo International Airport, check out Grand Millennium Sulaimani. It's a short ride from ISU.
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CAI if you're catching a late Sulaimaniyah International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and see more of Cairo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Cairo International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to central Cairo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sulaimaniyah International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Sulaimaniyah International Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ISU to CAI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. Start your sightseeing at Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.
