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Flight deals from Philadelphia International to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Cairo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,017. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia International to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in November.

Philadelphia International to Cairo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Philadelphia International to Cairo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairo.

Philadelphia to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,643
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia International to Cairo is $1,643. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Philadelphia International to Cairo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,643.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Philadelphia International to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Cairo is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Cairo Airport on Sunday, 25 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Philadelphia International Airport and Cairo Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Qatar Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo six hours ahead of Philadelphia.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PHL to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Cairo International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PHL and CAI:

    • Zurich Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • Currently, $1,009 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,643. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from PHL to CAI, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Cairo International Airport.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from PHL to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Cairo International Airport.

Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.

  • 78.93% of flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • Philadelphia International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near PHL:

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Philadelphia International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Reserve 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.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

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 takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Cairo International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Cairo in April.

  • Book your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 40ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PHL to CAI sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Egypt

  • Cairo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Egypt you should also see. About 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.

  • Port Said is another well-known destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without a visit to Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.

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