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Cairo.$876 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Basra on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $876, select.
Cairo.$881 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Sun, 17 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Basra on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $881, select.
Cairo.$895 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug, returning Sun, 17 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Basra on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $895, select.
Cairo.$909 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Basra on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $909, select.
Cairo.$914 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Basra on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cairo on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $914, select.
Cairo.$1,448 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Fri, 26 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Basra on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,448, select.
Cairo.$1,526 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Fri, 5 Sep.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Basra on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cairo on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,526, select.

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Basra to Cairo: Alternative routes

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Basra to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$876
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time3 hrs
Most popular airlineIraqi Airways
Average flights per week1

Finding cheap flights from Basra to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Basra to Cairo is $876. 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.
3 hours is the average flight time from Basra to Cairo.
Iraqi Airways flies direct from Basra to Cairo.
As of July 2025, there is one flight per week flying from Basra to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Basra to Cairo is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Basra Airport to Cairo Airport on Tuesday, 22 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours.
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, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from Basra International Airport (BSR) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Basra International Airport to Cairo International Airport.

  • The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Basra.

  • Take your pick of four weekly Basra International Airport to Cairo International Airport flights. The 14:30 departure with Iraqi Airways is the earliest you can take. Iraqi Airways operates the last service of the day at 14:30.

  • Your BSR to CAI flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Getting to Cairo (and then seeing more of Egypt!) is easy with Iraqi Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Basra International Airport to Cairo International Airport.

  • Most travellers choose to travel with Iraqi Airways on this route.

  • Iraqi Airways is the most punctual carrier operating BSR to CAI flights.

  • If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Basra International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BSR and CAI:

    • Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Queen Alia International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Basra International Airport (BSR) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • At the moment, $481 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Basra International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $876. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from BSR to CAI, reserve your trip five months before your departure.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Basra International Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BSR to CAI.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Basra International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Basra International Airport (BSR)

  • Basra International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from BSR arrive on schedule 86.43% of the time.

  • Central Basra to Basra International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Basra International Airport to Cairo International Airport, take a look at Basrah International Airport Hotel. It's a quick drive from BSR.

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near CAI if you're taking a late Basra International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Pick up a Cairo International Airport rental car and discover Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance can help you secure 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 drive to the centre.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Basra International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cairo. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Basra International Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from BSR to CAI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.

Explore more of Egypt

  • Cairo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.

  • Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without experiencing Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.

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