Travelling from Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Marsa Alam International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Marsa Allam.
Each week, there are 18 Marsa Alam International Airport to Cairo International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, take the 11:25 EgyptAir flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 16:20 with Air Cairo.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your RMF to CAI flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
EgyptAir has direct flights from Marsa Alam International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if you have time.
EgyptAir is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier operating RMF to CAI flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Marsa Alam International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RMF and CAI:
Milano Malpensa Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Marsa Alam International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is 65 €. A return fare is currently 91 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from RMF to CAI by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Marsa Alam International Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from RMF to CAI.
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Handy information about Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF)
Of the departures from Marsa Alam International Airport, 78.52% touch down on time at their destination.
Marsa Alam International Airport is about 72 kilometres from central Marsa Allam. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near RMF. Whether you have an early flight from Marsa Alam International Airport to Cairo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Book a hotel close to CAI if you're taking a late Marsa Alam International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Cairo International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Marsa Alam International Airport to Cairo International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Cairo in April.
Book your flight from Marsa Alam International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you want to go to Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RMF to CAI in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, its top 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 essential stop in Egypt. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.