Cheap flights from Dublin to Cairo

The shoulder weeks surrounding June tend to offer better value than the peak summer period, since demand rises sharply once school holidays begin in many countries. June itself tends to be the cheapest month for this route, before prices climb toward the high season. Midweek departures usually cost less than weekend flights, and you should expect higher fares around Christmas when many travelers return home or visit family.

Full-service carriers like Qatar Airways, Egyptair, Turkish Airlines, Aegean Airlines, Austrian, Scandinavian Airlines, Tarom and Edelweiss Air typically include checked baggage and meals in their base fare. Budget options such as Sun Express and Eurowings charge separately for seat selection, extra luggage and sometimes even water or snacks on board. Some airlines fly direct between Dublin and Cairo while others require a connection through their respective hubs.

Cairo International is a large airport that handles significant traffic from Europe and beyond, which means you should allow time for immigration queues especially during busier periods. The terminal sits roughly twenty kilometers from downtown Cairo, and the most common way into town is by taxi or pre-booked transfer rather than public transport. You will find currency exchange counters and car rental desks inside arrivals, but expect longer waits on Friday evenings when weekend travelers arrive.

Currency

EGP (LE)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 220 V

Language

Arabic

Emergency number

122, 123, 180

Driving side

right

Calling code

+20

Internet domain

.eg, .مصر

Population of Cairo

9.8 M (2023)

Time zone

UTC+02 (Africa/Cairo)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check whether your fare includes checked baggage before comparing prices across airlines.
• Confirm which Dublin airport your airline departs from since some carriers use alternative terminals.
• Book connecting flights under a single ticket if possible to protect against missed connections.
• Verify passport validity and visa requirements for entry into Egypt before you travel.
• Consider how seasonal demand affects flight availability, particularly during summer holidays.