Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Vienna.
Flights from VIE to CAI start at 11:10 — the earliest with Austrian. The last departure is at 22:20 with Austrian. Overall, you can take your pick of 16 weekly Vienna International Airport to Cairo International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your VIE to CAI flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
EgyptAir has direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is EgyptAir.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for VIE to CAI flights is EgyptAir.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
At the moment, 91 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 202 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from VIE to CAI by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Cairo International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
78.59% of flights departing from Vienna International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Vienna International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Vienna. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to VIE:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Vienna International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance.
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 reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Vienna International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cairo. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Vienna International Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from VIE to CAI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
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, top sights here 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. No visit is complete without checking out Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.