Flying from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are the main airports in Mexico City.
Cairo is eight hours ahead of Mexico City. Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Mexico City to CAI.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Mexico City to CAI. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Benito Juarez International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX reach their destination without delay.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
NLU is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Mexico City to CAI flight is so much easier when you stay near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.58%.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Mexico City to Cairo International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Cairo. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport is 430 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 799 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Mexico City to CAI, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Mexico City to Cairo International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Mexico City to CAI.
Save on your flight from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Cairo. August is when most people book flights from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport (CAI), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your Mexico City to CAI plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Cairo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cairo right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Cairo International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Gizeh Plateau, Pyramid and giza pyramids are top sights which should feature on any good Cairo itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a trip to Alexandria will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Port Said is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 153 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without dropping by Suez Canal, Old Historical buildings and Museum of Modern Art in Port Said.