Travelling from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
Chengdu is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport (CAI) departing from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Hop on a direct Chengdu to Cairo International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 35 minutes.
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours behind Chengdu.
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services each week. You can travel from TFU to CAI on Sichuan Airlines's 1:30am departure.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chengdu to CAI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Reach your destination without the detour from Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Direct flights from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport (CAI) are available from here.
When jetting out of TFU, you can take a direct flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport with Sichuan Airlines.
Sichuan Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from TFU to CAI.
With a dependable 93.33% of services landing on schedule, Sichuan Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
To reach TFU from central Chengdu, it takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to drive the 72 kilometres or so.
Catching an early flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Tianfu International Airport:
Tianfu International Airport has a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from TFU land at their destination as scheduled 86.59% of the time.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport. Check out these connections between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and CAI:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
CTU is around 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. It'll take 30 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport the day before your Chengdu to CAI flight:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 89.89% of flights taking off from here arrive right on target.
You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
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For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chengdu to Cairo International Airport flight.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Cairo. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
P16,017 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport. A return flight starts at P27,616. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chengdu to CAI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
April is the quietest month for flights from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport (CAI), while August is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Chengdu to CAI plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cairo
Once you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Cairo International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cairo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Gizeh Plateau, Pyramid and giza pyramids are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Cairo itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt you should also see. Around 193 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a trip to Alexandria will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt and is around 153 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without seeing Suez Canal, Old Historical buildings and Museum of Modern Art in Port Said.