Travelling from Lima Airport (LIM) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Lima.
Leave enough time to make your LIM to CAI flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lima Airport to Cairo Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between LIM and CAI:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Airport (LIM) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lima Airport to Cairo Airport flight is ج.م. 31,687. A round-trip ticket right now is ج.م. 64,047. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from LIM to CAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Lima Airport to Cairo Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LIM to CAI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lima Airport to Cairo Airport.
Handy information about Lima Airport (LIM)
Lima Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from LIM arrive at their destination without delay.
Lima Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Lima. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LIM? If you're boarding an early flight from Lima Airport to Cairo Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
Consider staying in a hotel near CAI if you're catching a late Lima Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Cairo Airport rental car and discover Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Cairo Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo Airport, Cairo is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Lima Airport to Cairo Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Cairo in March.
Before locking in your flight from Lima Airport to Cairo Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 39ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIM to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Cairo, now it's time to discover other corners of Egypt. Journey about 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its top sights. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Port Said is another favourite destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without visiting Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.
