On this page, you can buy flight tickets for the Cairo — Zurich route. The distance between the cities is 2,737 km, with direct flights available about 6 times a week.
Regular flights are operated by LX and MS airlines. The page features trip planning tools such as price charts and calendars, along with information on how to get to the airport in Cairo and how to get from the airport to the center of Zurich.
The table shows direct flights Cairo → Zurich on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 6 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by Swiss and Egyptair. Departures from Cairo International Airport airports, arrivals at Zurich 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 Cairo — Zurich by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 423 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 701 in F. 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.
The warmest time to visit Zurich is July, with an average temperature of 24.6°C, while the coldest is January, when temperatures drop to -1.1°C. June sees the highest rainfall (131.82 mm), which is worth considering when choosing your travel dates.
The most affordable time to fly is July 2026, with ticket prices starting AED 381. The maximum flight cost is recorded for April 2027, starting AED 746.
July is the optimal choice in terms of price and weather, as flight costs are at their lowest and climatic conditions are most favorable. It is recommended to avoid flying in January and December due to low temperatures and a high probability of sleet.
Two airlines operate flights between these cities, with Swiss International Air Lines and EgyptAir being the primary carriers. Direct flights are available on this route, providing the shortest travel time. You can find detailed schedules, flight frequency by day of the week, and routing options in the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Cairo — Zurich depart from Cairo International Airport and arrive at Zurich Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With an average distance of 2,737 km, a direct flight takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes, although the exact time depends on weather conditions and the chosen airline.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by Swiss International Air Lines (LX) and EgyptAir (MS).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible without intermediate layovers.
Flights from Egypt arrive at Zurich International Airport (ZRH), which is Switzerland's main aviation hub.
Ticket prices change constantly based on demand. We recommend using the low price calendar on this page to find the current minimum price for your desired dates.
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