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Cheapest round-trip
$888
Typical prices: $828-$1,275
Delta
Mon 10/29Sun 11/4
IAH - CAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$461
Typical prices: $483-$710
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/9
IAH - CAI • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Houston and Cairo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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IAH - CAI
Cheapest • 5% average savings
HOU - CAI
Most popular
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 23% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $991 (round-trip)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 17h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Cairo

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Houston to Cairo

Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
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8:10 pm - 1:25 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAI Cairo
22h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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3:25 am - 4:50 pmCAI  Cairo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
21h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$888Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
Delta Logo
5:10 am - 2:25 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAI Cairo
37h 15m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
Delta Logo
3:25 am - 4:50 pmCAI  Cairo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
21h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$892Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 21
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6:15 pm - 10:35 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAI Cairo
20h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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7:50 pm - 3:55 pmCAI  Cairo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
28h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$907Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 27
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6:15 pm - 10:35 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAI Cairo
20h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
9:20 pm - 4:15 pmCAI  Cairo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$907Qatar Airways
Sun, Jan 17 - Wed, Feb 3
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5:55 am - 12:55 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAI Cairo
23h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:25 am - 4:50 pmCAI  Cairo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
21h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$907Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 24
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4:27 pm - 1:20 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAI Cairo
24h 53m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle
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3:55 am - 11:06 pmCAI  Cairo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
27h 11m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$908Air France
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 15
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3:41 pm - 1:35 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAI Cairo
25h 54m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
3:25 am - 8:18 pmCAI  Cairo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
24h 53m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$908Air France
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:41 pm - 1:35 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAI Cairo
25h 54m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:25 am - 10:07 pmCAI  Cairo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 42m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$908Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 30
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7:10 pm - 1:25 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAI Cairo
22h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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3:25 am - 4:50 pmCAI  Cairo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
21h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$910KLM
Thu, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 27
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7:10 pm - 1:25 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CAI Cairo
22h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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2:05 pm - 1:10 pmCAI  Cairo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
31h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$916KLM
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Cairo flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Houston to Cairo start at $888. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $828 to $1,275. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $888 on Delta.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Cairo, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Cairo at $776 round-trip.
  • December ($1,298) and June ($1,243) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Houston to Cairo the cheapest?

Flights from Houston to Cairo are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Houston to Cairo flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$461
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 23% increase in price.
Flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cairo

When to book flights from Houston to Cairo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston 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 Houston to Cairo flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Houston to Cairo may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Cairo (CAI).

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Houston to Cairo:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

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

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

    • Istanbul (IST) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Houston to Cairo route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 16%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $930 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,098: a $168 difference. 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 Downtown Cairo, Tahrir Square and City Stars. These are among the most viewed places in Cairo on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 7% above the route average of $1,011. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Houston to Cairo?

    A nonstop flight from Houston to Cairo takes 0h 00m, covering 7,013 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston 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 Houston 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 $888 to $6,393. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Houston to Cairo are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $620.

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

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 25m, compared with 18h 37m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 19h 29m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Houston and Cairo?

    Cairo is 8 hours ahead of Houston (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 starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston to Cairo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston to Cairo range from $828 to $1,275, with an average of $1,011 over the past 12 months. Anything below $828 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Houston 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 Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $930 - about $168 less than Thursday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston to Cairo trip for January. Fares historically average $776 round-trip in that month - typically $522 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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