Travelling from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport (CAI) begins with finding the right airport to jet off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are your options in Vancouver.
Cairo is nine hours ahead of Vancouver. Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Vancouver to CAI. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Vancouver International Airport:
71.77% of flights that leave from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can reach CXH from central Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to CAI flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is roughly 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Cairo International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Abbotsford Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rate of YXX is 67.97%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Get your adventure underway 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 usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Vancouver to Cairo International Airport flight.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Central Cairo is roughly 18 kilometres from Cairo International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport is ر.ق. 1,076. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 2,471. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Vancouver to CAI if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Cheap Vancouver to Cairo International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport (CAI). August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in April.
Book a Vancouver to CAI flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cairo to range from 22ºC to 40ºC.
January has temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Cairo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cairo right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Cairo International Airport:
Gizeh Plateau and Pyramid are a couple of major attractions to add to your Cairo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at giza pyramids.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Cairo, now it's time to explore other parts of Egypt. Travel around 193 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its leading attractions. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. Experience major highlights starting with Suez Canal, Old Historical buildings and Museum of Modern Art in Port Said.
