Flying from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is three hours 30 minutes behind Guwahati.
To ensure you catch your GAU to CAI flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like February? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Indira Gandhi International Airport is a popular stopover on the GAU to CAI route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is ₹ 31,928. A round-trip ticket is currently ₹ 68,954. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from GAU to CAI, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Cairo International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from GAU to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
Of all flights leaving Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, 71.9% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Guwahati to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near GAU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Cairo International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you're getting in on a late Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near CAI:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cairo International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to central Cairo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Cairo International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Cairo in April.
Before locking in your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from GAU to CAI around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Port Said is another favourite destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without seeing Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.
