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Flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cairo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cairo.$430 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $430, select.
Cairo.$455 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $455, select.
Cairo.$455 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Sun, 22 Mar.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Cairo on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $455, select.
Cairo.$455 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec, returning Sat, 20 Dec.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Cairo on Sat, 20 Dec, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $455, select.
Cairo.$456 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Cairo on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $456, select.
Cairo.$456 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jan, returning Fri, 20 Feb.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Cairo on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $456, select.
Cairo.$456 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan, returning Fri, 16 Jan.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Cairo on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $456, select.
Cairo.$459 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $459, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt am Main to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from $520
Jun
from $575
Jul
from $637
Aug
from $705
Sep
from $482
Oct
from $482
Nov
from $455
Dec
from $455
Jan
from $456
Feb
from $456
Mar
from $455
Apr
from $826

Direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cairo

Frankfurt am Main to Cairo: Alternative routes

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Frankfurt to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$430
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week105

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt am Main to Cairo is $430. 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.
4 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt am Main to Cairo.
Lufthansa, EgyptAir and Air Canada fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Cairo.
As of May 2025, there are 105 flights per week flying from Frankfurt am Main to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Cairo is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cairo Airport on Thursday, 25 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 6 minutes.
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, ITA Airways and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Cairo International Airport is 4 hours 5 minutes.

  • Cairo is one hour ahead of Frankfurt and observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Take your pick of 27 weekly Frankfurt Airport to Cairo International Airport flights. The 10:20 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest you can take. Lufthansa operates the last service of the day at 22:00.

  • Your FRA to CAI flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Travelling to Cairo (and then exploring more of Egypt!) is a snap with Lufthansa. This popular airline offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Cairo International Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.

  • With 70.18% of services arriving as planned, Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating FRA to CAI flights.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Cairo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FRA and CAI include:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • $259 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $430. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Book 11 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from FRA to CAI.

  • October is the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from FRA to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Frankfurt Airport to Cairo International Airport.

Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • To reach Frankfurt Airport from central Frankfurt, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Cairo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Frankfurt Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:

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

  • Reserving your ride from Cairo International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • Cairo International Airport to the centre of Cairo has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

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

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

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

  • January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FRA to CAI sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Egypt

  • You've seen Cairo, now it's time to discover other corners of Egypt. Journey around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to tick off its top sights. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Port Said is another sought-after destination 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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