Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is 7 hours ahead of Cairo.
To ensure you get on your flight from CAI to Tokyo, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines 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.
You can book a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo. Begin your journey at CAI and touch down at Narita International Airport (NRT).
EgyptAir is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from CAI to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you hold a passport from Egypt, you'll need an embassy visa to enter Japan. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
CAI is around 21 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to CAI:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Tokyo
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo is ₹ 25,793. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 46,271. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CAI to Tokyo.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Once your flight from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 58 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
After your flight from CAI to Tokyo, unwind at a hotel near NRT. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the most popular month to board a flight from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Tokyo, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from CAI to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Tokyo, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just two of the big attractions to add to your Tokyo itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
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