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Basra.ج.م.‏ 11,347 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Cairo on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 11,347, select.
Basra.ج.م.‏ 12,594 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Cairo on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 12,594, select.
Basra.ج.م.‏ 12,638 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Cairo on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 12,638, select.
Basra.ج.م.‏ 12,806 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Dec.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Cairo on Mon, 29 Dec, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 12,806, select.
Basra.ج.م.‏ 13,054 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jan.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Cairo on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 13,054, select.
Basra.ج.م.‏ 13,345 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Cairo on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Basra.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 13,345, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to Basra flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from ج.م.‏ 12,655
Jul
from ج.م.‏ 11,362
Aug
from ج.م.‏ 12,612
Sep
from ج.م.‏ 13,364
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Dec
from ج.م.‏ 12,824
Jan
from ج.م.‏ 13,072
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Direct flights from Cairo to Basra

Cairo to Basra: Alternative routes

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Cairo to Basra: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 11,362
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time3 hrs
Most popular airlineIraqi Airways
Average flights per week1

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Basra: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairo to Basra is ج.م.‏ 21,525. 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.
3 hours is the average flight time from Cairo to Basra.
Iraqi Airways flies direct from Cairo to Basra.
As of June 2025, there is one flight per week flying from Cairo to Basra.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Basra is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Basra Airport on Tuesday, 29 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours.
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 Basra 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 Basra is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Arabia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Basra.

Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Basra International Airport (BSR): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Basra International Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.

  • Basra is one hour ahead of Cairo and follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your CAI to BSR flight.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Iraqi Airways is your gateway to exploring Basra (and maybe even some other great corners of Iraq!). Check out the direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Basra International Airport offered by this airline.

  • Iraqi Airways is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Basra International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between CAI and BSR:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Queen Alia International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Basra International Airport (BSR)

  • ج.م.‏ 11,362 is the lowest price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Basra International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ج.م.‏ 21,555. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CAI to BSR.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Basra International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CAI to BSR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cairo International Airport to Basra International Airport.

Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • When it comes to Cairo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.38% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • To reach Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to CAI? If you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Basra International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Basra International Airport (BSR)

  • Consider a stay at Basrah International Airport Hotel after arriving from your Cairo International Airport to Basra International Airport flight. It's not too far from BSR and a comfortable option if you're eager to catch some z's soon after landing.

Getting from Basra International Airport (BSR) to central Basra

  • Basra International Airport to the centre of Basra has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.

When to fly to Basra International Airport (BSR)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Basra International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Basra in April.

  • The warmest month in Basra is July, with the temperature ranging between 31ºC and 49ºC. Book your flights from Cairo International Airport to Basra International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from CAI to BSR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 21ºC on average.

Explore more of Iraq

  • Basra is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Iraq waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres north-west of Basra, a trip to Baghdad will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Iraq, head for Najaf, roughly 370 kilometres north-west of Basra. Al Sahlah Great Mosque, Great Mosque of Kufa and Najaf Amusements Park are among its highlights.

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