Cheap Flights from Bucharest to Cairo

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Bucharest Otopeni to Cairo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest Otopeni to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bucharest Otopeni to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Bucharest Otopeni to Cairo

Bucharest Otopeni to Cairo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Bucharest Otopeni to Cairo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairo.

Bucharest to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$311
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineTAROM
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Bucharest Otopeni to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Bucharest Otopeni to Cairo is $311. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Bucharest Otopeni to Cairo.
TAROM flies direct from Bucharest Otopeni to Cairo.
As of April 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Bucharest Otopeni to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Bucharest Otopeni to Cairo is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Cairo Airport on Monday, 19 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 45 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines and TAROM offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • Expect to be airborne for around 2 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Cairo and Bucharest are in the same timezone — UTC+2.

  • Choose from 7 weekly flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cairo International Airport. The 00:45 departure with TAROM is the earliest flight you can take between OTP and CAI. TAROM operates the latest service of the day at 04:30 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.

  • Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Getting to Cairo (and then discovering more of Egypt!) is simple with TAROM. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cairo International Airport.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cairo International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the OTP - CAI route include:

    • Queen Alia International Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

  • Before organising your cheap ticket from OTP to CAI, check if you need a visa to enter Egypt. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.

How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cairo International Airport is $141. The cheapest price for a return flight is $311. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap flight tickets from OTP to CAI by booking at least 2 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from OTP to CAI. There's no need to search every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Play around with filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Travelling from central Bucharest to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport takes around 1 hour and 36 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near OTP:

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 31 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 26 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cairo International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Cairo in April.

  • Book your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 40ºC.

  • Look for cheap flight tickets from OTP to CAI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.

More about Cairo

  • If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best stays in Cairo right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from OTP to CAI:

  • Giza pyramids and Egyptian Museum are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Cairo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Khan El-Khalili.

Complete your Cairo trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Cairo International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Cairo getaway.

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