Travelling from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Chengdu. Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport (CAI) taking off from here.
Expect to be in the air for 10 hours 35 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Chengdu to Cairo International Airport flight.
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours behind Chengdu.
The most popular route is from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). There are 7 direct services every week. Sichuan Airlines operates a 1:30am departure between TFU and CAI.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Chengdu to CAI.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
You can hop on a direct flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport (CAI) out of Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
You can book a direct flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport with Sichuan Airlines. This top carrier offers services from TFU.
Sichuan Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from TFU to CAI.
Sichuan Airlines shines when it comes to on-time performance. An exceptional 91.3% of its departures on this route reach their destination on schedule.
TFU is around 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Chengdu Tianfu International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
85% of flights leaving Chengdu Tianfu International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when setting off from TFU.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport, check out these options when departing from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
You can arrive at CTU from central Chengdu in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Chengdu to CAI flight? Relax in a hotel near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Flights from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 84% of them landing as expected.
CTU is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Have a late flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near CAI and get cosy, quick:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Chengdu to Cairo International Airport flight.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, central Cairo is around 23 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Right now, $412 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $700. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
February is when most people book flights from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Visit Cairo in November for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Chengdu to CAI plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chengdu 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
Once you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cairo:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Cairo when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Gizeh Plateau followed by TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Egypt just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres northwest of Cairo, a trip to Alexandria will keep you busy. Start with attractions like 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 trip is complete without seeing Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.