Aerial view of historic mosques with Cairo cityscape backdrop, showcasing Islamic architecture. — flights from London to Cairo
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Flights from London to Cairo

Nonstop flights from London (LHR) to Cairo (CAI) take about 4h 55m (3,533 km). British Airways and Egyptair fly it. Lowest fare seen: $328 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Cairo

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

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Airport transfer

CAI → Cairo, booked before you fly

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Trains, 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 London to Cairo

Carriers on LHR–CAI according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen✈ Egyptairnonstop fare seen

London to Cairo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $169 one-way. With stops: Jan 2027, from $102. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$25427 Oct 2026$144 · 2 stops29 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$16926 Nov 2026$105 · 1 stop28 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$1886 Dec 2026$129 · 1 stop6 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$1734 Jan 2027$102 · 1 stop7 Jan 2027
Mar 2027$23411 Mar 2027$181 · 1 stop11 Mar 2027
Jun 2027$3917 Jun 2027 · British Airways$182 · 2 stops7 Jun 2027
Jul 2027$43917 Jul 2027$221 · 2 stops17 Jul 2027
Sept 2027$17821 Sept 2027—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $105 for November 2026, $102 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 7 of 7 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (London 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

Based on weather and travel conditions in Egypt

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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 — London to Cairo flights

How long is the flight from London to Cairo?
A nonstop flight from London (LHR) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 4h 55m, covering 3,533 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 London from Cairo by air?
The great-circle distance between London Heathrow Airport and Cairo International Airport is 3,533 km (2,195 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from London to Cairo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LHR–CAI route include British Airways and Egyptair. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from London to Cairo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LHR–CAI was $328 USD with British Airways (nonstop), departing 2 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 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 London to Cairo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $102 one-way, against $221 for July 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from London to Cairo?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $168 with one stop against $328 nonstop, a saving of $160. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from UK 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 12 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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