Traveling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is nine hours ahead of Cairo.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CAI to SYD flight.
Traveling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CAI and SYD include:
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Right now, $404 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $810. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CAI to SYD if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from CAI to SYD.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
63.38% of flights that take off from Cairo International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to CAI:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you have a late Cairo International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SYD:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to the center of Sydney has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Sydney in April.
Book your flight from Cairo International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you want to go to Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CAI to SYD in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometers south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Australia, head for Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometers north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are among the biggest draws.