Flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Leave enough time to make your MSP to CAI flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Cairo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between MSP and CAI include:
London Heathrow Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
Currently, P35,990 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Cairo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P55,329. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MSP to CAI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Cairo Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MSP to CAI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Cairo Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of the flights that depart from Minneapolis St Paul Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Minneapolis St Paul Airport from central Minneapolis, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MSP? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Cairo Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
If you're getting in on a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Cairo Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cairo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Cairo Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo Airport, Cairo is approximately 23 kilometers away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Cairo Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Cairo Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to CAI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cairo. Around 177 kilometers away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Port Said is another favourite destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometers north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without a visit to Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.