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Flight deals from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $532. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cairo.$354 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Cairo on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $354, select.

Cairo.$405 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Ryanair and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $405, select.

Cairo.$409 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Cairo on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $409, select.

Cairo.$419 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan, returning Thu, 28 Jan.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $419, select.

Cairo.$425 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Cairo on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $425, select.

Cairo.$428 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $428, select.

Cairo.$432 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Sun, 7 Feb.Return flight with SKY express and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $432, select.

Cairo.$432 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Cairo on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $432, select.

Cairo.$432 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Mon, 8 Mar.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $432, select.

Cairo.$437 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound direct flight with ITA Airways departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with ITA Airways departs from Cairo on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $437, select.

Cairo.$438 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $438, select.

Cairo.$443 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with SKY express and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $443, select.

Cairo.$443 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $443, select.

Cairo.$456 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound direct flight with ITA Airways departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with ITA Airways departs from Cairo on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $456, select.

Cairo.$461 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $461, select.

Cairo.$463 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jun, returning Sat, 19 Jun.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Iberia Express.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 17 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia Express, departs from Cairo on Sat, 19 Jun, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $463, select.

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Direct flights from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo

Rome Fiumicino to Cairo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairo.

Cairo

15km from central Cairo

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37km from central Cairo

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Rome to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$354
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	3 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	104

Finding cheap flights from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo is $354. 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 Rome Fiumicino to Cairo?

3 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo.

Which airlines fly direct from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo?

Lufthansa, ITA Airways and Etihad Airways fly direct from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo.

How many flights are there a week from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo?

As of July 2026, there are 104 flights per week flying from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo?

The cheapest month to fly from Rome Fiumicino to Cairo is usually December.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport on Monday, 7 December 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 15 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 Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo with?

Currently, Transavia France and ITA Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo one hour ahead of Rome.
Flights from FCO to CAI start at 12:40 — the earliest with ITA Airways. The latest departure is at 21:55 with ITA Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 24 weekly Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport flights.
Your FCO to CAI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
ITA Airways is your gateway to exploring Cairo (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Egypt!). Browse the direct flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with ITA Airways on this route.
With 75.82% of services arriving as planned, ITA Airways is the most punctual carrier offering FCO to CAI flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between FCO and CAI:
- Athens International Airport
- Ben Gurion Intl Airport
- Luxor Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Cairo Airport (CAI)

Currently, $167 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $354. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month 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 FCO to CAI.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from FCO to CAI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport.

Handy information about Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

78% of flights that leave from Rome Fiumicino Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Rome to Rome Fiumicino Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near FCO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)

The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Grab a Cairo Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Cairo Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

Cairo Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Cairo. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)

The quietest month for a flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit 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 Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from FCO 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

Cairo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a trip to Alexandria will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Port Said is another well-known destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without experiencing Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.