Travelling from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Minneapolis. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport (CAI) departing from here.
Cairo is 7 hours ahead of Minneapolis. Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Minneapolis to CAI.
July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from Minneapolis to CAI with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MSP and CAI include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
MSP is around 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Consider staying in a hotel near CAI if you're taking a late flight from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 26 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
For a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport, $932 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just $1,222. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Minneapolis to CAI if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport.
The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
April is the quietest time to fly to Cairo. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Cairo. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Minneapolis to CAI during then and you can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 40ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cairo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cairo right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport:
Giza pyramids and Egyptian Museum are a couple of top attractions to put on your Cairo to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Khan El-Khalili.
Complete your Cairo trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Minneapolis to Cairo International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Cairo and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.