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Cheapest round-trip
$324
Typical prices: $524-$758
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Thu 11/1Wed 11/7
EDI - CAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$149
Typical prices: $304-$505
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/13
EDI - CAI • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Cairo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 19% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Paris Orly (ORY)
Cheapest • Avg $445 (round-trip)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 8h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Cairo (EDI-CAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Edinburgh to Cairo

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:55 am - 2:50 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
17h 55m1 stop Milan Malpensa
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4:55 am - 5:55 pmCAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 00m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen London Stansted
$324Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:55 am - 2:50 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
17h 55m1 stop Milan Malpensa
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4:55 am - 10:55 amCAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
32h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$342Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 18
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12:00 pm - 11:40 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
9h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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10:00 am - 11:50 pmCAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 50m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$379Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 4 - Thu, Mar 18
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12:00 pm - 11:40 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
9h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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10:00 am - 11:50 pmCAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 50m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$379Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 5 - Sat, Mar 20
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6:00 am - 12:35 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
16h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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5:00 pm - 11:20 pmCAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$569Lufthansa
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:10 am - 9:10 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
13h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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5:00 pm - 11:20 pmCAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$607Lufthansa
Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:10 am - 9:10 pmEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
13h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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5:00 pm - 11:20 pmCAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$607Lufthansa
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 16
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4:20 pm - 5:10 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
10h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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8:45 pm - 3:20 pmCAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
20h 35m1 stop Istanbul
$741Turkish Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 14
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4:20 pm - 5:10 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
10h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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2:20 am - 9:40 amCAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
9h 20m1 stop Istanbul
$768Turkish Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 20
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4:20 pm - 5:10 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
10h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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11:20 pm - 3:20 pmCAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 00m1 stop Istanbul
$768Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Edinburgh to Cairo flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Edinburgh to Cairo with more confidence.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Cairo, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cairo?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cairo at $522 round-trip.
•December ($791) and July ($764) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Edinburgh to Cairo the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Cairo are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Cairo flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$149
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Edinburgh to Cairo

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Cairo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Cairo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Cairo flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Cairo?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Edinburgh to Cairo.

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo?

    A nonstop flight from Edinburgh to Cairo takes 0h 00m, covering 2,455 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Cairo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Cairo range from $524 to $758, with an average of $643 over the past 12 months. Anything below $524 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Edinburgh to Cairo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 4% above the route average of $643. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Edinburgh 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 $324 to $2,790. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Cairo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Cairo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $240, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Cairo Airport (CAI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Cairo?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Cairo usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Cairo (CAI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Cairo pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Cairo most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Cairo?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Edinburgh to Cairo route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $559 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $741, a difference of $182. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Edinburgh to Cairo?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 34m, compared with 9h 15m via Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY) and 9h 20m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Cairo?

    Cairo is 2 hours ahead of Edinburgh (Eastern European Time vs British 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.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Cairo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $559 - about $182 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Cairo trip for October. Fares historically average $522 round-trip in that month - typically $269 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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