Flying from Port Sudan Airport (PZU) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Port Sudan Airport to Cairo Airport is 2 hours.
Port Sudan and Cairo are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
Take your pick of 18 weekly Port Sudan Airport to Cairo Airport flights. The 07:50 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest available. Badr Airlines operates the last service of the day at 17:30.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PZU to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Port Sudan Airport to Cairo Airport, so getting to Cairo (and then seeing more of Egypt!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Tarco Air.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for PZU to CAI flights is EgyptAir.
How to find the cheapest flights from Port Sudan Airport (PZU) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
ج.م. 12,024 is the lowest price for a one-way Port Sudan Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 25,094. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PZU to CAI if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Port Sudan Airport to Cairo Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Port Sudan Airport (PZU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Port Sudan Airport, 65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Port Sudan Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Port Sudan. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
Consider booking a hotel near CAI if you have a late Port Sudan Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cairo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Cairo Airport around one week ahead.
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.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Port Sudan Airport to Cairo Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 39ºC. Lock in your flights from Port Sudan Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from PZU to CAI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 21ºC on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Egypt waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're eager to discover another side of Egypt, head for Port Said, about 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are among its highlights.
