Flying from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is five hours ahead of Montevideo.
To ensure you get on your MVD to CAI flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Carrasco International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is a top stopover on the MVD to CAI route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Carrasco International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is 783 €. A round-trip fare right now is 1.169 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from MVD to CAI, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Carrasco International Airport to Cairo International Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MVD to CAI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Carrasco International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Carrasco International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from MVD make it to their destination as scheduled 88.91% of the time.
Carrasco International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Montevideo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Carrasco International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MVD:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Carrasco International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and chase adventure across Cairo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Carrasco International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cairo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Carrasco International Airport to Cairo International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MVD to CAI sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Egypt you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Port Said is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without dropping by Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.