Flying from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Cairo International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Tripoli.
Each week, there are 99 Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Cairo International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, jump on the 09:00 Afriqiyah Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 18:15 with Afriqiyah Airways.
To ensure you get on your MJI to CAI flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
There are direct flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Cairo International Airport, so getting to Cairo (and then exploring more of Egypt!) is a breeze. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with Afriqiyah Airways on this route.
Afriqiyah Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers MJI to CAI flights.
If you'd like to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Cairo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Tunis-Carthage International Airport is a well-known stop between MJI and CAI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Currently, 155 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 271 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from MJI to CAI by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI)
Central Tripoli to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you want somewhere to stay before your flight from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Cairo International Airport, have a look at Al Mahary Radisson Blu Hotel, Tripoli. It's a quick drive from MJI.
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you have a late Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Cairo International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near CAI:
Pick up a Cairo International Airport rental car and discover Cairo and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Cairo International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Cairo. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Cairo International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Cairo in April.
Lock in your flight from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MJI to CAI around that time 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 explored 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.
Port Said is another well-known destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without dropping by Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.