Travelling from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Luxor Airport (LXR): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Luxor Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Cairo and Luxor are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Every week, there are 63 Cairo Airport to Luxor Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, go for the 00:30 EgyptAir flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 23:30 with EgyptAir.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your CAI to LXR flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
You'll find plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from Cairo Airport to Luxor Airport. Travel nonstop to Luxor with these carriers and experience this exciting part of Egypt:
EgyptAir is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Nile Air is the most punctual carrier operating CAI to LXR flights, with 72.06% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo Airport to Luxor Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between CAI and LXR:
Jeddah Airport
Madinah Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Luxor Airport (LXR)
At the moment, $76 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairo Airport to Luxor Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $162. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CAI to LXR.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Luxor Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CAI to LXR.
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Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
Of all flights departing from Cairo Airport, 65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Cairo Airport from central Cairo, it takes about 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Cairo Airport to Luxor Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CAI:
Arriving at Luxor Airport (LXR)
If you're coming in on a late Cairo Airport to Luxor Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LXR:
Venture beyond Luxor and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Luxor Airport rental car from leading providers like Green Motion or Sixt.
Booking your vehicle from Luxor Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Luxor Airport (LXR)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Cairo Airport to Luxor Airport. November is the most popular month to visit Luxor. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in June.
When reserving your flight from Cairo Airport to Luxor Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Luxor, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to LXR in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
Suez is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've seen Luxor. Around 483 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Suez National Museum, Salam Mosque and Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque.
Any trip to Egypt wouldn't be complete without visiting Sohag. Pharaonic obelisk is one of the highlights in this destination, which is around 137 kilometres north-west of Luxor.