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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $651. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cairo.$643 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Asmara on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Cairo on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $643, select.

Cairo.$651 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul, returning Wed, 22 Jul.Return flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Asmara on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Cairo on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $651, select.

Cairo.$659 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Asmara on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Cairo on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $659, select.

Cairo.$667 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Asmara on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Cairo on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $667, select.

Cairo.$671 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Asmara on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Cairo on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $671, select.

Cairo.$684 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Asmara on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Cairo on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $684, select.

Cairo.$696 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Asmara on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $696, select.

Cairo.$714 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Asmara on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $714, select.

Cairo.$739 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Asmara on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $739, select.

Cairo.$742 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Asmara on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $742, select.

Cairo.$743 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Thu, 13 Aug.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Asmara on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $743, select.

Cairo.$743 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Asmara on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $743, select.

Cairo.$752 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Fri, 23 Oct.Return flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Asmara on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Cairo on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $752, select.

Cairo.$755 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Asmara on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Cairo on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $755, select.

Cairo.$839 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Thu, 30 Jul.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Asmara on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $839, select.

Cairo.$842 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Mar.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Asmara on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Asmara.Price includes taxes and charges.From $842, select.

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Asmara to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$643
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	2 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airline	EgyptAir
Average flights per week	7

Finding cheap flights from Asmara to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Asmara to Cairo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Asmara to Cairo is $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.

How long does it take to fly from Asmara to Cairo?

2 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Asmara to Cairo.

Which airlines fly direct from Asmara to Cairo?

EgyptAir flies direct from Asmara to Cairo.

How many flights are there a week from Asmara to Cairo?

As of June 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Asmara to Cairo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Asmara to Cairo?

The cheapest month to fly from Asmara to Cairo is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport on Sunday, 4 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 54 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cairo?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Cairo?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Asmara Airport to Cairo with?

Currently, Flynas and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Flying from Asmara Airport (ASM) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know

Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport.
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cairo one hour behind Asmara.
Every week, there are six Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, pick the 03:25 EgyptAir flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 03:50 with EgyptAir.
To ensure you catch your ASM to CAI flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
EgyptAir is your gateway to exploring Cairo (and maybe even some other great corners of Egypt!). Browse the direct flights from Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is EgyptAir.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier that operates ASM to CAI flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ASM and CAI include:
- Istanbul Airport
- Dubai Airport
- Addis Ababa Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Asmara Airport (ASM) to Cairo Airport (CAI)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport flight is $320. A return fare right now is $643. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from ASM to CAI by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from ASM to CAI.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport.

Handy information about Asmara Airport (ASM)

74% of flights that take off from Asmara Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Asmara Airport from central Asmara, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Get your flight from Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a short ride from ASM, spend the night in Hotel Asmara Palace and be well-rested for the trip ahead.

Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)

Book a hotel near CAI if you're catching a late Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Cairo Airport about one week before you travel.

Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

Cairo Airport to the centre of Cairo has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.

When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)

The quietest month for a flight from Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Asmara Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ASM to CAI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around 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 explored after you've experienced Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're interested in discovering 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 highlights.