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

Direct flights from Barcelona to Cairo

Barcelona to Cairo: Alternative routes

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

Barcelona to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$185
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineEgyptAir
Average flights per week20

Finding cheap flights from Barcelona to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Barcelona to Cairo is $185. 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.
4 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Barcelona to Cairo.
EgyptAir, TAP Air Portugal and Vueling Airlines fly direct from Barcelona to Cairo.
There are 18 flights per week flying from Barcelona to Cairo, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Cairo is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Barcelona Airport to Cairo Airport on Sunday, September 14, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 8 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, Vueling Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairo International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.

  • The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Barcelona.

  • Take your pick of 15 weekly Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairo International Airport flights. The 15:25 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest available. Vueling operates the latest service of the day at 17:55.

  • To ensure you get on your BCN to CAI flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Traveling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • EgyptAir is your gateway to exploring Cairo (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Egypt!). Check out the direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairo International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Most travelers choose to travel with EgyptAir on this route.

  • Vueling tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for BCN to CAI flights, with 88.89% of services landing as scheduled.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairo International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between BCN and CAI:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

    • Milano Malpensa Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is $90. A round-trip fare right now is $185. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap tickets from BCN to CAI by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Finding cheap flights from BCN to CAI is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairo International Airport.

Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near BCN. Whether you have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:

  • Grab a Cairo International Airport rental car and discover Cairo and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • Cairo International Airport to the center of Cairo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometers away.

  • Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairo International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Cairo in April.

  • The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BCN to CAI sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Egypt

  • Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kilometers away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.

  • Around 177 kilometers north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. Start your sightseeing at Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.

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