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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to Cairo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $341. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cairo.$152 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $152, select.

Cairo.$160 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $160, select.

Cairo.$173 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $173, select.

Cairo.$176 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $176, select.

Cairo.$182 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Jan.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $182, select.

Cairo.$188 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $188, select.

Cairo.$189 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $189, select.

Cairo.$190 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.

Cairo.$191 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $191, select.

Cairo.$193 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $193, select.

Cairo.$202 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Feb.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $202, select.

Cairo.$233 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Ciampino on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $233, select.

Cairo.$256 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $256, select.

Cairo.$256 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May.One-way flight with ITA Airways.Outbound direct flight with ITA Airways departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $256, select.

Cairo.$258 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with ITA Airways.Outbound direct flight with ITA Airways departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $258, select.

Cairo.$258 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Jun.One-way flight with ITA Airways.Outbound direct flight with ITA Airways departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $258, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Cairo

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Direct flights from Rome to Cairo

Rome to Cairo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rome to Cairo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairo.

Cairo

15km from central Cairo

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from $152

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Sphinx International

36km from central Cairo

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Rome to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$152
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	3 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airline	EgyptAir
Average flights per week	119

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Rome to Cairo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Cairo is $341. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Rome to Cairo?

3 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Rome to Cairo.

Which airlines fly direct from Rome to Cairo?

EgyptAir, TAP Air Portugal and Lufthansa fly direct from Rome to Cairo.

How many flights are there a week from Rome to Cairo?

As of March 2026, there are 238 flights per week flying from Rome to Cairo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rome to Cairo?

The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Cairo is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Rome to Cairo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Cairo Airport on Monday, 27 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Rome to Cairo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 15 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cairo?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cairo?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Rome to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know

Rome's main base, Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO), is where great travel stories take off. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Rome to Cairo International Airport (CAI).
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 15 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Rome to Cairo International Airport flight.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Rome. Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo.
With 22 direct flights a week between the two airports, Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) is the busiest route. ITA Airways operates the earliest flight at 12:40pm. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from FCO to CAI is with ITA Airways at 9:55pm.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rome to CAI, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.

Airports in Rome

Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Get there in one go from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Nonstop flights from Rome to Cairo International Airport (CAI) are available from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Rome to Cairo International Airport with EgyptAir. This well-known airline operates services from FCO.
EgyptAir sees the most traveller bookings for flights from FCO to CAI.
ITA Airways is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Rome to CAI departing from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
- Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
- Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
- Luxor International Airport (LXR)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Rome to Cairo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport:
78% of flights that take off from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport land at their destination on time.

Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)

Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Rome to Cairo International Airport, check out these options when setting off from Rome Ciampino Airport:
- Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
- Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
- Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Rome to CAI flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Rome Ciampino Airport:
Flights from Rome Ciampino Airport are known for their punctuality, with 85% of them touching down within the expected time frame.

About Cairo International Airport (CAI)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rome to Cairo International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Rome to Cairo International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.

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 reach the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

$152 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Cairo International Airport. Return flights start at $341. These prices can change based on demand.
To snag cheap flights from Rome to CAI, book your ticket one month before your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap Rome to Cairo International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Rome to CAI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Lock in a cheap flight from Rome to Cairo International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Rome to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. November is the quietest month to go to Cairo. February is when most people book flights from Rome to Cairo International Airport (CAI), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your Rome to CAI plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rome to Cairo International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).

More about Cairo

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cairo right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Rome to Cairo International Airport:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Cairo when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Gizeh Plateau followed by TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.

Explore more of Egypt

Cairo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Egypt just waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres northwest of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Egypt, consider Port Said, roughly 153 kilometres northeast of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are key highlights.