Flying from Damascus Airport (DAM) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo is one hour behind Damascus and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Your DAM to CAI flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Damascus Airport (DAM) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Damascus Airport to Cairo Airport flight is $238. A round-trip ticket right now is $531. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from DAM to CAI, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Damascus Airport to Cairo Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DAM to CAI.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Damascus Airport to Cairo Airport.
Handy information about Damascus Airport (DAM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Damascus Airport, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Damascus to Damascus Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Damascus Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cairo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo to explore Cairo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Cairo Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo Airport, Cairo is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Damascus Airport to Cairo Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Cairo in March.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Damascus Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DAM to CAI in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Cairo, now it's time to explore more of Egypt. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its must-visit sights. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. Start your sightseeing at Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.
