Flying from Cairo Airport (CAI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Cairo.
Leave plenty of time to make your CAI to LGW flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between CAI and LGW:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Paris Orly Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairo Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is $210. A round-trip ticket right now is $525. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CAI to LGW if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport to London Gatwick Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from CAI to LGW.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
When it comes to Cairo Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Cairo to Cairo Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CAI? If you're catching an early flight from Cairo Airport to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider booking a hotel near LGW if you're on a late Cairo Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Cairo Airport to London Gatwick Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to London in March.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Cairo Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Manchester will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.