Aerial view of historic mosques with Cairo cityscape backdrop, showcasing Islamic architecture. — flights from Budapest to Cairo
BudapestCairo, Egypt

Flights from Budapest to Cairo

Nonstop flights from Budapest (BUD) to Cairo (CAI) take about 3h 14m (2,188 km). Egyptair flies it. Lowest fare seen: $239 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Cairo

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Air Cairo Airbus A320 flying against a blue sky, showcasing the airline's logo and design. — arriving in Cairo

Airport transfer

CAI → Cairo, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Budapest →4 lounges at Budapest AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresCAI to Cairo: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Cairo →1 drop-off point, from $3.90

Things to book in Cairo

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Airlines flying Budapest to Cairo

Carriers on BUD–CAI according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Egyptairnonstop fare seen

Budapest to Cairo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jan 2027, from $58 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$12031 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$6529 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$851 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$5816 Jan 2027—
Mar 2027$772 Mar 2027—

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $58 in January 2027, against $65 for November 2026.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Budapest to Cairo, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Cairo

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Egypt is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Budapest to Cairo flights

How long is the flight from Budapest to Cairo?
A nonstop flight from Budapest (BUD) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 3h 14m, covering 2,188 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Budapest from Cairo by air?
The great-circle distance between Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport and Cairo International Airport is 2,188 km (1,360 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Budapest to Cairo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the BUD–CAI route include Egyptair. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Budapest to Cairo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on BUD–CAI was $239 USD with Egyptair (nonstop), departing 17 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to Cairo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $58 one-way, against $120 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Budapest to Egypt?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Egypt visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Cairo?
Egypt is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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