Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Cairo?

Flights from Des Moines to Cairo usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Cairo (CAI).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Cairo?

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Cairo: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class • First Class Prices vary by airline.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Cairo?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Des Moines to Cairo. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,136 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,497, a difference of $361. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Cairo?

Some of the most popular sights in Cairo are Tahrir Square, Egyptian Museum and Cairo International Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Cairo on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Cairo?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Des Moines to Cairo changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,030 to $6,408. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Cairo?

Cairo is 8 hours ahead of Des Moines (Eastern European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Cairo Airport (CAI)?

Cairo Airport (CAI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $32 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Autounion Car Rental • Final Rentals • Hertz • Avis

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Cairo flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Cairo range from $1,138 to $1,467, with an average of $1,339 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,138 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Cairo?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Cairo typically range from $1,138 to $1,467. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,030, on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Cairo?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Cairo. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to Cairo?

Qatar Airways ($1,030) and British Airways ($1,176) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Cairo according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Cairo

Thu, Apr 8 - Mon, Apr 19

6:00 am - 9:35 pmDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

32h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

11:40 pm - 11:49 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

31h 09m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,030Qatar Airways

Thu, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 1

9:42 am - 11:05 pmDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

29h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

8:20 pm - 7:04 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

30h 44m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,106Qatar Airways

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 14

2:05 pm - 4:00 pmDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

17h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow

5:30 am - 12:33 amCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

27h 03m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,176British Airways

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Dec 2

1:58 pm - 11:15 pmDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

25h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow

5:30 am - 7:01 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

21h 31m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,201British Airways

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 30

6:45 pm - 12:35 amDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

21h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:05 pm - 5:14 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

31h 09m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,262Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 30

6:45 pm - 12:35 amDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

21h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:05 pm - 5:14 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

31h 09m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,266Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Dec 1

11:22 am - 2:15 amDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

30h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Rome Fiumicino

4:35 am - 5:14 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

20h 39m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,268Lufthansa

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Dec 1

11:22 am - 2:15 amDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

30h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Rome Fiumicino

4:35 am - 5:14 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

20h 39m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,285Lufthansa

Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Dec 5

10:24 am - 1:25 amDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

31h 01m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

3:25 am - 4:49 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

21h 24m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,336Delta

Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Dec 4

10:24 am - 1:25 amDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

31h 01m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

3:25 am - 4:49 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

21h 24m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,336Delta

Recent last minute flight deals from Des Moines to Cairo

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Dec 2

11:22 am - 2:15 amDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

30h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Rome Fiumicino

4:35 am - 5:12 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

20h 37m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,285Lufthansa

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Dec 3

11:22 am - 2:15 amDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

30h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Rome Fiumicino

4:35 am - 11:15 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

26h 40m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,285Lufthansa

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 1

11:22 am - 2:15 amDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

30h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Rome Fiumicino

4:35 am - 5:14 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

20h 39m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,285Lufthansa

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 1

11:22 am - 2:15 amDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

30h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Rome Fiumicino

5:35 am - 9:25 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

23h 50m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,295Lufthansa

Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 29

3:24 pm - 9:10 pmDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

21h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

5:00 pm - 5:28 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

32h 28m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,738United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 27

11:00 am - 1:25 amDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

30h 25m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Paris Charles de Gaulle

3:25 am - 7:15 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

23h 50m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Minneapolis St Paul

$1,748Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 13

11:22 am - 8:35 pmDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

25h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

1:55 am - 7:16 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

25h 21m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$2,827Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Tue, Dec 29

6:05 am - 5:40 amDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

15h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:50 am - 10:46 amCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

17h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$3,521Egyptair

Sun, Nov 8 - Wed, Dec 30

11:22 am - 4:35 pmDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

21h 13m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow

9:25 am - 11:17 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

21h 52m3 stops London Heathrow Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$5,344Air Canada

Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 13

11:22 am - 4:35 pmDSM Des Moines-CAI Cairo

21h 13m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow

1:55 am - 7:16 pmCAI Cairo-DSM Des Moines

25h 21m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$5,346Air Canada

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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Cairo flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Cairo? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Cairo departing in april.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Cairo?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Cairo. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Cairo?
Four cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Cairo:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Cairo?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Cairo flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Cairo range from $1,138 to $1,467, with an average of $1,339 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,138 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to Cairo changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,030 to $6,408. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at Cairo Airport (CAI)?
Cairo Airport (CAI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Autounion Car Rental
• Final Rentals
• Hertz
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Cairo?
Flights from Des Moines to Cairo usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Cairo (CAI).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Cairo?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Des Moines to Cairo. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,136 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,497, a difference of $361.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Cairo?
Cairo is 8 hours ahead of Des Moines (Eastern European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Cairo?
Some of the most popular sights in Cairo are Tahrir Square, Egyptian Museum and Cairo International Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Cairo on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,136, about $361 less than Thursday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Cairo trip for January. Fares historically average $974 round-trip in that month - typically $766 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cairo Airport.

• Le Méridien Cairo Airport
• Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
• Novotel Cairo Airport

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