Travelling from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Hangzhou Airport (HGH): what you need to know
Around 10 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Hangzhou Airport.
The timezone in Hangzhou is UTC+8, which is six hours ahead of Cairo.
You can choose from three weekly Cairo Airport to Hangzhou Airport flights. The 02:30 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight available. EgyptAir operates the last service of the day at 23:59.
Your CAI to HGH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
EgyptAir is your gateway to exploring Hangzhou (and perhaps some other exciting parts of China!). Check out the direct flights from Cairo Airport to Hangzhou Airport offered by this carrier.
EgyptAir is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Among carriers operating CAI to HGH flights, EgyptAir is the most consistent for on-time landings.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo Airport to Hangzhou Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CAI and HGH:
Guangzhou Airport
Dubai Airport
Beijing Capital Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Hangzhou Airport (HGH)
$533 is currently the best price for a one-way Cairo Airport to Hangzhou Airport flight. A return flight starts at $790. These fares can change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from CAI to HGH, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Hangzhou Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cairo Airport, data shows 65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Cairo to Cairo Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Cairo Airport to Hangzhou Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near CAI:
Arriving at Hangzhou Airport (HGH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HGH if you're taking a late Cairo Airport to Hangzhou Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Set your own pace with a Hangzhou Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Hangzhou that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserve your ride from Hangzhou Airport several weeks before your departure to get the lowest price. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
When to fly to Hangzhou Airport (HGH)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo Airport to Hangzhou Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Hangzhou based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Cairo Airport to Hangzhou Airport for August if you want to go to Hangzhou during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CAI to HGH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Hangzhou. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
Nanjing is another well-known destination in China and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Hangzhou. No trip is complete without seeing Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.