181 € Cheap Flights from Madrid to Cairo

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Flight deals from Madrid to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 300 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Madrid to Cairo

Madrid to Cairo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Madrid to Cairo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairo.

Madrid to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found181 €
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time4 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineEgyptAir
Average flights per week26

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Cairo is 181 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Cairo.
EgyptAir, TAP Air Portugal and Vueling Airlines fly direct from Madrid to Cairo.
As of June 2026, there are 26 flights per week flying from Madrid to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Cairo is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport on Wednesday, 3 February 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Iberia Express offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 50 minutes.

  • Cairo is one hour ahead of Madrid and is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from MAD to CAI start at 14:50 — the earliest with EgyptAir. The last service of the day is at 16:35 with Iberia. Overall, you can take your pick of nine weekly Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MAD to CAI flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • EgyptAir is your gateway to discovering Cairo (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Egypt!). Browse the direct flights from Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is EgyptAir.

  • Iberia is the most punctual carrier offering MAD to CAI flights, with 79.31% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAD and CAI:

    • Barcelona Airport

    • Rome Fiumicino Airport

    • Milan Malpensa Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cairo Airport (CAI)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport flight is 95 €. A return fare right now is 181 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap tickets from MAD to CAI by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from MAD to CAI couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • Of all flights departing from Madrid Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.

  • Central Madrid to Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 30 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)

  • If you're arriving on a late Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near CAI:

  • Grab a Cairo Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.

  • To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cairo Airport about one week in advance.

Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • From Cairo Airport, Cairo is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Lock in your flight from Madrid Airport to Cairo Airport for July if you'd like to visit Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.

Explore more of Egypt

  • Cairo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Egypt just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.

  • Port Said is another sought-after destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without seeing Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.

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