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Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in January.

London Gatwick to Cairo: Alternative routes

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

London to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 12,265
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Cairo is ₹ 26,082. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Gatwick to Cairo. But we found flights with one or more stops from ₹ 26,339.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from London Gatwick to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Cairo is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cairo Airport on Sunday, 1 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Cairo Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
Currently, Wizz Air UK offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo two hours ahead of London.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LGW to CAI flight.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cairo International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between LGW and CAI:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

    • Geneve Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • ₹ 12,386 is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Return flights start at ₹ 26,082. These fares can change based on availability.

  • To find cheap tickets from LGW to CAI, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairo International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • Picking up cheap flights from LGW to CAI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairo International Airport.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Of all flights departing from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% touch down on time at their destination.

  • London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LGW:

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • Reserve a hotel near CAI if you're catching a late London Gatwick Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and chase adventure across Cairo and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week before your travel date.

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.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairo International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Cairo in April.

  • The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 22ºC then.

Explore more of Egypt

  • Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of 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.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of Egypt, consider Port Said, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are highlights.

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