Flying from Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is four hours behind Chittagong.
Your CGP to CAI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shah Amanat International Airport to Cairo International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CGP and CAI:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Shah Amanat International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is $377. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $629. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CGP to CAI, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Shah Amanat International Airport to Cairo International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shah Amanat International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Handy information about Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP)
Shah Amanat International Airport is about 32 kilometers from central Chittagong. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Shah Amanat International Airport to Cairo International Airport, check out Hotel Agrabad. It's a quick drive from CGP.
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Consider booking a hotel close to CAI if you have a late Shah Amanat International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Shah Amanat International Airport to Cairo International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Cairo in April.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your flights from Shah Amanat International Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from CGP to CAI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometers north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Port Said is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometers north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without visiting Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.