Travelling from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Mogadishu.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MGQ 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.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Mogadishu International Airport to Cairo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between MGQ and CAI include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Currently, 266 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mogadishu International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 453 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MGQ to CAI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Mogadishu International Airport to Cairo International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MGQ to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Mogadishu International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
Mogadishu International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 82.76% of flights that take off from MGQ arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Mogadishu International Airport from central Mogadishu, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Mogadishu International Airport to Cairo International Airport, check out Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu. It's a short ride from MGQ.
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Mogadishu International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and experience more of Cairo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week before your trip.
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 drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Mogadishu International Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Mogadishu International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MGQ to CAI sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
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, popular attractions include 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 favourite stop in Egypt. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.