Travelling from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo is seven hours ahead of Washington DC and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your DCA to CAI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Cairo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DCA and CAI include:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
New York Newark Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Cairo Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,453. A return fare is currently ر.ق. 3,123. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from DCA to CAI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Cairo Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Cairo Airport.
Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Cairo Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to DCA:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
If you have a late Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Cairo Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CAI:
Explore without limits with a Cairo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and chase adventure across Cairo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cairo Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo Airport, Cairo is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Cairo Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Cairo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Cairo Airport for July if you'd like to go to Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 39ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DCA to CAI around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. Experience major highlights starting with Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.
