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Flight deals from Shanghai Pudong to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Cairo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cairo.438 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun, returning Sun, 29 Jun.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 438 €, select.
Cairo.438 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Aug, returning Sun, 17 Aug.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 438 €, select.
Cairo.439 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 439 €, select.
Cairo.440 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 440 €, select.
Cairo.442 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 442 €, select.
Cairo.442 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Jul, returning Thu, 21 Aug.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 442 €, select.
Cairo.445 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 445 €, select.
Cairo.511 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 511 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in June.
Jun
from 438 €
Jul
from 440 €
Aug
from 438 €
Sep
from 442 €
Oct
from 445 €
Nov
from 511 €
Dec
from 550 €
Jan
from 511 €
Feb
from 551 €
Mar
from 552 €
Apr
from 625 €
May
from 555 €

Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong to Cairo

Shanghai Pudong to Cairo: Alternative routes

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

Shanghai to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found438 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time11 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Cairo is 438 €. 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.
11 hours and 51 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Cairo.
China Eastern, EgyptAir and Air China fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Cairo.
As of June 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Cairo is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Cairo Airport on Saturday, 9 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 51 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, Hainan Airlines and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • Around 12 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cairo International Airport.

  • Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo six hours behind Shanghai.

  • Take your pick of 14 weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cairo International Airport flights. The 00:30 departure with China Eastern Airlines is the earliest flight available. China Eastern Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 01:30.

  • To ensure you catch your PVG to CAI flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Flying into Cairo (and then discovering more of Egypt!) is a snap with EgyptAir. This popular airline offers direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cairo International Airport.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is EgyptAir.

  • China Eastern Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates PVG to CAI flights. A dependable 93.33% of its services on this route arrive on time.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cairo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PVG and CAI include:

    • King Khaled International Airport

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

    • Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • 261 € is the best price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Return flights start at 438 €. These fares can change based on availability.

  • To secure cheap tickets from PVG to CAI, book your journey six months before your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cairo International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Finding cheap flights from PVG to CAI is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • Book a hotel near CAI if you're catching a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and venture far and wide through Cairo and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Cairo International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • Cairo International Airport to the centre of Cairo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong 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 more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • When reserving your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Cairo International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from PVG to CAI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.

Explore more of Egypt

  • Cairo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Egypt, head for Port Said, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are key reasons to visit.

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