Flying from Milan to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to choose from in Milan. Check out your options leaving from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) when searching for a flight from Milan to Cairo International Airport (CAI).
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Milan to Cairo International Airport flight.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Milan. Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo.
With 29 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) is the busiest route. Neos operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from MXP to CAI is with Nesma Airlines at 10:30pm.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Milan to CAI.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can hop on a direct flight from Milan to Cairo International Airport (CAI) leaving from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP).
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct flights from Milan to Cairo International Airport departing from MXP. Book your seat with one of these:
EgyptAir sees the most traveller bookings for flights from MXP to CAI.
EgyptAir is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Milan to CAI. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Milan Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Cairo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Planning to catch a flight from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)? Direct Milan to Cairo International Airport (CAI) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
When leaving from BGY, you can pick from a range of airlines that operate direct flights from Milan to CAI. Soar above the clouds with any of these carriers:
On the BGY to CAI route, Air Arabia Egypt is the go-to airline for most travellers.
Flights between Milan Bergamo Airport and Cairo International Airport are more likely to reach their destination on time with Nile Air compared to other carriers.
Split up your flight from Milan to Cairo International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Milan Bergamo Airport and CAI include:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
BGY is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Milan Bergamo Airport the day before your Milan to CAI flight:
Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport land on time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Book a plane ticket from Milan to Cairo International Airport (CAI) departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between LIN and CAI include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
From the centre of Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It takes roughly 20 minutes to arrive by car and 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Milan to Cairo International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Milano Linate Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
With 84% of its departing flights arriving on time, LIN is a dependable starting point for any journey.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Have a late flight from Milan to Cairo International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near CAI and hit the lights earlier:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Milan to Cairo International Airport flight.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
$152 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Milan to Cairo International Airport. A return flight starts at $313. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To snag cheap flights from Milan to CAI, book your ticket six months ahead of your planned departure.
November is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Milan to Cairo International Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. November is the quietest month to visit Cairo. February is when most people book flights from Milan to Cairo International Airport (CAI), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your Milan to CAI plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Milan to Cairo International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Cairo
Start your Cairo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Milan to Cairo International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile are essential stops on your Cairo itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Cairo, now it's time to discover other corners of Egypt. Journey around 193 kilometres northwest to Alexandria to check off its leading attractions. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Egypt, consider Port Said, roughly 153 kilometres northeast of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are among its highlights.
