How to find cheap flights from San Diego to Egypt
The cheapest return flight from San Diego to Egypt is currently priced at $1,774.
You'll be travelling from San Diego into Cairo in Cairo with that fare.
A one-way ticket starts at $982.
Flexible about where you fly into? Enter 'Egypt' in the 'To' field to compare fares to different cities.
There are plenty of ways to arrive in Egypt, with roughly ten airports to choose from.
Broaden your search by choosing 'Add nearby airports.' This will compare prices across the airports closest to both your departure and destination points, which could help you save.
Early booking can pay off. Fares are more likely to go up as your trip date gets closer, not fall.
Keep track of fare changes by setting up a Price Alert. Download the Skyscanner app (if you haven't already) to get updates on the go.
Best time to fly from San Diego to Egypt
October is usually the cheapest month to hop on a flight from San Diego to Egypt.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to travel in general, with prices dipping during midweek when it's quieter.
The height of the travel season in Egypt runs through April, August and October. October is the busiest month and a perfect time to visit if you want a packed calendar of events.
Alternatively, skip the busiest travel periods by checking out flights in January, February and March. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.
Popular places to visit in Egypt
Cairo
This Cairo Governorate city is one of the most popular destinations for San Diego to Egypt flights. Start your sightseeing at unmissable attractions like Giza Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and Nile.
Cairo's main airports are Cairo Airport (CAI) and Capital International Airport (CCE). You'll discover some competitive flight deals between the two.
When you're ready to find your perfect base, browse the lineup of hotels in Cairo.
Hurghada
Hurgada marina, Public beach and Orange beach hurghada are an ideal introduction to the highlights in this Red Sea city.
Hurghada Airport (HRG) is the city's main airport.
The same magic that powers our flight search can also help you find the most competitive room rates around. Use it to compare availability and prices across hotels in Hurghada.
Sharm El Sheikh
Swing by popular sights like Shark‘s Bay Beach, Naama Bay and Public beach Naama Bay while you're in this part of South Sinai Governorate.
Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) is the main airport for flights into the city.
From fly-in, fly-out trips to longer stays, hotels in Sharm El Sheikh cover a wide range of budgets and travel styles.
Visiting Egypt for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your travel plans and passport, so check well in advance. Airlines and official embassy sites will have the most recent advice on visas or any other documents you may need.
The Egyptian pound (EGP) is the main currency.
Egypt has a population of roughly 120 million. The capital city is Cairo.
Time is the same across this destination, with just one standard time zone based on UTC+2.
For a warmer trip to Egypt, consider July.
Conditions are often coolest around January.
Rain is more frequent in January, while January is typically drier.
The Abu Simbel Sun Festival, the Sham El-Nessim spring festival and the Cairo International Film Festival are among the biggest events here. Think about booking your San Diego to Egypt flight around moments like these for a different travel experience.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Locked in that cheap flight from San Diego to Egypt? Now decide where you're going to stay and how you'll travel around. Check out the range of hotels in Egypt and filter your search by location, star rating and more. Also browse car rental options in Egypt and choose from pickup locations in cities or right at the airport.
