On this page, you can find and book flights from Budapest to Cairo. The distance between the cities is 2,202 km, and with about 5 weekly flights, choosing a convenient departure time is easy.
Flights are operated by EgyptAir, LOT Polish Airlines, and Air Cairo. Ticket prices change constantly, so use our low-price calendar for the best deals and check out our guides on how to get to Budapest airport and how to get from Cairo airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Budapest — Cairo by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 200 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 1,094 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Budapest → Cairo, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,107 | high | May | AED 956 | medium | Sep | AED 906 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,107 | high | Jun | AED 805 | low | Oct | AED 1,057 | high |
| Mar | AED 1,157 | high | Jul | AED 755 | low | Nov | AED 1,057 | high |
| Apr | AED 1,006 | medium | Aug | AED 805 | low | Dec | AED 1,107 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Peak heat in Cairo occurs in July, when the average maximum reaches 37.1°C, while the coolest month is January with nighttime temperatures around 9.1°C. Rainfall in this region is minimal, peaking slightly at 10.57 mm in March, while the weather remains dry for the rest of the year.
The most budget-friendly month to fly is December, with tickets starting AED 200. Peak prices are seen in April—during this period, the minimum fare rises AED 1,094.
The optimal time to travel, balancing climate and cost, is November, when the heat subsides and flights cost AED 238. It is recommended to avoid traveling in April if you are looking to maximize your savings on airfare.
Regular air service between Budapest and Cairo is provided by 3 airlines, with EgyptAir and LOT Polish Airlines being the key carriers. Both direct flights and connecting options are available on the route, with a total frequency of about 5 departures per week. A full schedule and details for each operator are provided in the interactive list below.
Flights Budapest — Cairo depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive at Cairo International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
On a direct flight, the travel time is approximately 3 hours 15 minutes. Connecting routes can take 6 hours or more, depending on the duration of the layover.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by EgyptAir, LOT Polish Airlines, and Air Cairo.
Yes, direct non-stop flights on this route are offered by EgyptAir.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the season. Currently, the most up-to-date minimum can be found in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights arrive at Egypt's main international gateway—Cairo International Airport (CAI).
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