Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Helsinki.
Leave plenty of time to catch your HEL to CAI flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cairo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between HEL and CAI include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is P10,387. A round-trip ticket right now is P17,520. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from HEL to CAI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cairo International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from HEL to CAI is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of all flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% land on time at their destination.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to HEL:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you have a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cairo International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Pick up a Cairo International Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Cairo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to CAI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Egypt you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
If you're interested in discovering 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 among the biggest draws.