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.
The table shows direct flights Budapest → Cairo on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Egyptair, Air Cairo and LOT Polish Airlines. Departures from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport airports, arrivals at Cairo International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
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 191 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 1,046 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 1,059 | high | May | AED 914 | medium | Sep | AED 866 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,059 | high | Jun | AED 770 | low | Oct | AED 1,011 | high |
| Mar | AED 1,107 | high | Jul | AED 722 | low | Nov | AED 1,011 | high |
| Apr | AED 962 | medium | Aug | AED 770 | low | Dec | AED 1,059 | 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 191. Peak prices are seen in April—during this period, the minimum fare rises AED 1,046.
The optimal time to travel, balancing climate and cost, is November, when the heat subsides and flights cost AED 228. 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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