Flying from Tampa to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Tampa.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tampa to CAI, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
March is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Tampa International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tampa to Cairo International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
78% of flights taking off from Tampa International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Tampa to CAI flight? Relax in a hotel near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
77% of flights leaving St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport arrive according to schedule.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tampa to Cairo International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Tampa to Cairo International Airport flight.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Central Cairo is around 23 kilometres from Cairo International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
$723 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Cairo International Airport. A return flight starts from $1,224. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Tampa to CAI, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
February is when most people book flights from Tampa to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Visit Cairo in November if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Tampa to CAI plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cairo to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Cairo International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Cairo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cairo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Cairo International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile are must-visits when exploring Cairo.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cairo. Around 193 kilometres away to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt and is around 153 kilometres northeast of Cairo. No journey is complete without a visit to Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.