Travelling from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Cairo Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is six hours behind Shanghai.
Choose from nine weekly Shanghai Pudong Airport to Cairo Airport flights. The 01:10 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight you can take. EgyptAir operates the latest service of the day at 23:55.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PVG to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
China Eastern has direct flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Cairo Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if you have time.
China Eastern has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for PVG to CAI flights is EgyptAir.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Cairo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between PVG and CAI include:
Guangzhou Airport
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
Currently, $468 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Pudong Airport to Cairo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $880. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from PVG to CAI, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong 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 for every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from PVG to CAI.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Cairo Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
82% of flights leaving Shanghai Pudong Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from PVG.
To get to Shanghai Pudong Airport from central Shanghai, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near PVG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Cairo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
If you're coming in on a late Shanghai Pudong Airport to Cairo Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near CAI:
Travel at your own speed with a Cairo Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and chase adventure across Cairo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Cairo Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo Airport to the centre of Cairo has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Cairo Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cairo. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Cairo Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PVG to CAI around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Cairo, now it's time to explore other parts of Egypt. Journey around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its top sights. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.