Flying from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is three hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CCU to CAI flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Cairo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between CCU and CAI include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
At the moment, $452 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $835. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CCU to CAI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Cairo International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CCU to CAI.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
75.9% of flights that depart Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near CCU:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Book 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 usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to central Cairo has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you want to explore Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 40ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CCU to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Egypt just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like 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. Experience major highlights starting with Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.