Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Mubarak International Airport (HMB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Mubarak International Airport is 1 hour.
Cairo and Sohag share the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Your CAI to HMB 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.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Air Cairo has direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Mubarak International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Sohag — and maybe even more of Egypt if your schedule allows.
Air Cairo is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Mubarak International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between CAI and HMB:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Mubarak International Airport (HMB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Mubarak International Airport flight is $76. A round-trip fare is currently $147. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from CAI to HMB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Mubarak International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CAI to HMB.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cairo International Airport to Mubarak International Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
63.38% of flights that leave from Cairo International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Mubarak International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near CAI:
Getting from Mubarak International Airport (HMB) to central Sohag
From Mubarak International Airport, Sohag is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Mubarak International Airport (HMB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Mubarak International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Sohag in February.
Book your flight from Cairo International Airport to Mubarak International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Sohag during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAI to HMB in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sohag. Around 386 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Egypt, consider Giza, about 386 kilometres north of Sohag. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are key highlights.