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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $750. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cairo.$447 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $447, select.

Cairo.$453 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $453, select.

Cairo.$457 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $457, select.

Cairo.$458 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $458, select.

Cairo.$462 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $462, select.

Cairo.$463 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 8 Feb.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $463, select.

Cairo.$479 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $479, select.

Cairo.$485 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $485, select.

Cairo.$485 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Mon, 8 Mar.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $485, select.

Cairo.$502 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec, returning Thu, 4 Feb.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $502, select.

Cairo.$502 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $502, select.

Cairo.$510 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan, returning Sat, 13 Mar.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $510, select.

Cairo.$512 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $512, select.

Cairo.$512 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $512, select.

Cairo.$520 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Apr, returning Tue, 11 May.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Cairo on Tue, 11 May, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $520, select.

Cairo.$520 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Tue, 6 Apr.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Cairo on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $520, select.

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London Heathrow to Cairo: Alternative routes

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London to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$447
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	4 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airline	British Airways
Average flights per week	109

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Heathrow to Cairo?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Cairo is $447. 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 London Heathrow to Cairo?

4 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Cairo.

Which airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Cairo?

EgyptAir, Air Canada and British Airways fly direct from London Heathrow to Cairo.

How many flights are there a week from London Heathrow to Cairo?

As of July 2026, there are 112 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Cairo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow to Cairo?

The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Cairo is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport on Wednesday, 28 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 57 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 London Heathrow Airport to Cairo with?

Currently, Vueling Airlines and British Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport is 4 hours 55 minutes.
Cairo is two hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
You can choose from 35 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport flights. The 08:55 departure with British Airways is the earliest you can take. EgyptAir operates the latest service of the day at 22:30.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your LHR to CAI flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Cairo (and then exploring more of Egypt!) is a cinch with EgyptAir. This popular airline has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with EgyptAir on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for LHR to CAI flights is British Airways.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LHR and CAI:
- Munich Airport
- Athens International Airport
- Vienna Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cairo Airport (CAI)

Right now, $231 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $447. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from LHR to CAI by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LHR to CAI is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)

If you have a late London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CAI:
Travel at your own speed with a Cairo Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and venture far and wide through Cairo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cairo Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

Cairo Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)

August is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Cairo in March.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR 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

Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Egypt, consider Port Said, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are the start of reasons to visit.