Travelling from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Guatemala City.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your GUA to CAI flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from La Aurora International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between GUA and CAI:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Currently, P34,630 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way La Aurora International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P95,999. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from GUA to CAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport to Cairo International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from GUA to CAI is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from La Aurora International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
La Aurora International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84.05% of flights that depart GUA arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach La Aurora International Airport from central Guatemala City, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to GUA? If you've booked an early flight from La Aurora International Airport to Cairo International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Consider booking a hotel close to CAI if you're catching a late La Aurora International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits 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 lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from La Aurora International Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from La Aurora International Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from GUA to CAI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Port Said is another sought-after destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without dropping by Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.