Travelling from Albany Airport (ALB) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Albany.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ALB to CAI flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Albany Airport to Cairo Airport. New York Newark Airport is a popular stopover on the ALB to CAI route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany Airport (ALB) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Albany Airport to Cairo Airport flight is $1,925. A return ticket is currently $1,612. 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 get cheap tickets from ALB to CAI if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Albany Airport to Cairo Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Albany Airport (ALB)
You'll find ALB at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
Of all flights departing from Albany Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Albany Airport from central Albany, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ALB? If you've booked an early flight from Albany Airport to Cairo Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
Consider booking a hotel close to CAI if you're on a late Albany Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cairo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cairo Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo Airport, Cairo is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Albany Airport to Cairo Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Cairo in March.
Lock in your flight from Albany Airport to Cairo Airport for July if you'd like to go to Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ALB to CAI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Egypt, consider Port Said, about 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are key highlights.
