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Cairo… The City of The Thousand Minarets 

On the bank of the Nile River, Cairo stands as a remarkable city in the region with a rich history and unique culture. The Giza Plateau, Al Azhar park, and Cairo Citadel are the city's top attractions. Additionally, Cairo becomes lively with tons of events to unfold, at certain times of the year, typically during the Coptic Christmas, Shem el Nessim, Cairo International Song Festival, Arabic Music Festival, and Cairo International Film Festival. We promise you an unforgettable trip to the land of the Pharaohs, starting from flights to Cairo, to hotels to stay at, and must-to-go places.

Cairo Airport

It’s the busiest airport in Egypt and serves as the primary hub for EgyptAir and Nile Air, as well as several other airlines. With its 3 terminals, Cairo International Airport (IATA: CAI, ICAO: HECA) offers plenty of facilities to its passengers, including Duty-Free Shops, Medical Facilities, and Car Rental.

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Baggage Guides of Popular Airlines Flying to Cairo

Booking tickets to Cairo is no longer a big deal with Almosafer. You'll find many flights to Cairo provided by various airlines, such as flynas, Saudia, and EgyptAir. 

• Saudi Arabian Airlines Baggage Allowance Guide
• EgyptAir Baggage Allowance Guide
• Flynas Baggage Allowance Guide

Transportation in Cairo
Metro, buses, taxis, and ride-hailing apps are all widely available in Cairo. Yet, in order to make sure your trip is smooth, try to avoid rush hours. Also, Egyptians are very friendly when it comes to helping tourists. So, never hesitate to ask strangers for road guidance whenever confused.

Popular Places to Visit in Cairo
If you are traveling with your children, it’s recommended to visit the Giza Zoo, Al-Azhar Park, The Pharaonic Village, and Aquarium Grotto Garden. Interested in history and religious sites? You're definitely in the right place. Explore Coptic Cairo, Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and Al Azhar mosque to get the gist of Cairo’s culture.

Popular Activities to Do in Cairo

• Shopping: Cairo has endless malls and souks to explore and spend quality time with family or friends, such as Khan El-Khalili, Cairo Festival City Mall, Mall of Egypt, and Mall of Arabia.
• Food Tasting: Free some time to visit restaurants and food courts that serve dishes from all over the world. 

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Plan your Itinerary and Learn About Cairo Through our FAQs

Q. Is Cairo open for travelers?

A. Just like most countries at the time of COVID-19, Egypt is open for traveling under certain restrictions, like a negative PCR test or a vaccination certificate. Therefore, always check any country's traveling regulations before planning your trip so that you can get the needed documents on time.

Q. What is Ahlan service at Cairo airport?

A. Ahlan is a meet and greet service at the airport that helps with your baggage and fast-track the formalities. It also provides a lounge in Terminal 2.

Q. Which airlines have a flexible cancellation policy for flights to Cairo due to COVID-19?

A. Saudia and EgyptAir offer full/partial refunds. If you’re in doubt, you should read the cancellation policy before booking.  

Q. Which airlines apply social distancing measures on flights to Cairo due to COVID-19?

A. EgyptAir and flynas apply social distancing rules, including leaving the middle seat empty in all planes. 

Q. Do airlines have flatbeds for sleeping? 

A. Of course! Business-class airlines often offer fully-flat beds.

Q. How long is the flight to Cairo?

A. Average flight duration from Cairo to Riyadh is 2 hours and 40 minutes.

Q. When is the best time to visit Cairo?

A. The weather in Cairo is quite warm throughout the year, which is perfect for any kind of tourism. Cairo winter (Nov-Mar) is considered the prime season as the weather becomes mild, sunny, and pleasant. Hence, during this season, hotels and flight prices to Cairo are at their highest. 

In the summer months (May-Sep), the temperature rises and the weather becomes scorching and humid. But if you don't mind the heat, you will find the best hotel deals and the cheapest airfare for flights to Cairo around this time every year. 

Q. What are the best restaurants in Cairo?

A. Naguib Mahfouz Cafe, Maison Thomas, and XODÓ are among the best restaurants in town. While all cuisines are available in Cairo, ensure to try the traditional local food at least once. 

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