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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairo from £144

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CAI
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairo are usually found in April or May, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Cairo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Cairo (CAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£296

One-way from

£144

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£391
28/4-21/5
  • 28/4-21/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 50m total
  • Edinburgh to Cairo
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31/3
  • 31/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 50m total
  • Edinburgh to Cairo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£36 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2025.

Mon 28/412:30EDI - CAI
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/508:30CAI - EDI
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3£296
Tue 29/417:55EDI - CAI
1 stop7h 15mLufthansa
Tue 20/516:25CAI - EDI
1 stop8h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 21/3£315
Thu 24/411:45EDI - CAI
1 stop11h 45mAir France
Mon 19/503:30CAI - EDI
1 stop19h 45mAir France
Deal found 21/3£346
Mon 28/419:40EDI - CAI
1 stop19h 30mSWISS
Thu 22/518:00CAI - EDI
1 stop15h 50mSWISS
Deal found 21/3£376
Tue 13/516:50EDI - CAI
1 stop14h 25mTurkish Airlines
Tue 20/502:10CAI - EDI
1 stop9h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/3£389
Wed 23/406:15EDI - CAI
2 stops31h 30mAustrian Airlines
Mon 19/503:40CAI - EDI
2 stops21h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 21/3£399

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Cairo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 22 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Cairo that are best for you.

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Edinburgh

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Cairo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghCairo

EDI - CAI

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 28/4

12:30-19:05

2 stops28h 35m

Cairo

Wed 21/5

08:30-09:45

1 stop27h 15m

£296

EdinburghCairo

EDI - CAI

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 29/4

17:55-03:10

1 stop7h 15m

Cairo

Tue 20/5

16:25-22:45

1 stop8h 20m

£315

EdinburghCairo

EDI - CAI

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 24/4

11:45-00:30

1 stop11h 45m

Cairo

Mon 19/5

03:30-21:15

1 stop19h 45m

£346

EdinburghCairo

EDI - CAI

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 28/4

19:40-17:10

1 stop19h 30m

Cairo

Thu 22/5

18:00-07:50

1 stop15h 50m

£376

EdinburghCairo

EDI - CAI

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/5

16:50-09:15

1 stop14h 25m

Cairo

Tue 20/5

02:10-09:35

1 stop9h 25m

£389

EdinburghCairo

EDI - CAI

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/4

06:15-14:45

2 stops31h 30m

Cairo

Mon 19/5

03:40-22:45

2 stops21h 05m

£399

EdinburghCairo

EDI - CAI

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 31/3

05:55-21:45

3 stops38h 50m

£144

EdinburghCairo

EDI - CAI

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 2/7

15:30-01:20

1 stop7h 50m

£288

EdinburghCairo

EDI - CAI

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 19/7

08:20-23:10

1 stop36h 50m

£295

EdinburghCairo

EDI - CAI

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 12/7

06:15-02:20

2 stops18h 05m

£384

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Deals found on 20/3

Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Cairo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo (average of £435). Flying from Edinburgh to Cairo in July is currently the most expensive (average of £667). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Edinburgh to Cairo in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Rainfall in Cairo by month

Plan your trip to Cairo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairo ranges from 0.0 - 0.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cairo when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Cairo by month

Plan your trip to Cairo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairo. Reviews last updated 22 March 2025.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
768 reviews
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Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
768 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
768 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,567 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
768 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,422 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
768 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,741 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
768 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.
Vueling
7.1
Good
1,145 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
768 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ely,Mar 2025

VIE - PMI

Luggage at destination was not split into priorities. Had business and only got my bag after 20 minutes, almost towards the end and I was in a rush, so the "priority" was completely ignored.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Cairo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cairo round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Edinburgh to Cairo round-trip from £315. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air France, from £346, and SWISS, from £376. Users have found that Lufthansa is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to Cairo one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with British Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £288. Vueling flights start at £295 while deals on Lufthansa start at £384 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Cairo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo (average of £435). Flying from Edinburgh to Cairo in July is currently the most expensive (average of £667). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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SWISSCheapest£211Average£328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapest£271Average£461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£294Average£420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£347Average£401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£393Average£479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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