Travelling from Menara Airport (RAK) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Marrakech.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your RAK to CAI flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Menara Airport to Cairo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between RAK and CAI include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Menara Airport (RAK) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
$238 is currently the best price for a one-way Menara Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $487. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RAK to CAI if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Menara Airport to Cairo International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RAK to CAI.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Menara Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Menara Airport (RAK)
Of the flights that depart from Menara Airport, 73.36% land on time at their destination.
Central Marrakech to Menara Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near RAK? If you're catching an early flight from Menara Airport to Cairo International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Menara Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Grab a Cairo International Airport rental car and discover Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to central Cairo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Menara Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Cairo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Menara Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you want to go to Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RAK to CAI in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Egypt waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a trip to Alexandria will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.