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Sat, Nov 28
Shymkent CITCairo CAI
£162
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Sat, Nov 28
Shymkent CITCairo CAI
£208
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Wed, Nov 25
Shymkent CITCairo CAI
£208
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Wed, Nov 25
Shymkent CITCairo CAI
£211
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Shymkent CITCairo CAI
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Shymkent CITCairo CAI
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Shymkent CITCairo CAI
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How much do flights to Cairo cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£162

Cheapest round-trip

£371

Average round-trip

£466

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Pegasus

Getting from Cairo airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or ride-hailing services. Best value: public bus or Cairo Metro connection.

Cairo is served by Cairo International Airport (CAI), located approximately 22 km northeast of the city center. As Egypt's busiest airport and a major hub for the region, it offers several airport transfers to city center destinations. Transport options include taxis, ride-hailing services, public buses, and connections via the Cairo Metro. Journey times vary significantly depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy throughout the day in Cairo.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

30-60 min

E£250 – E£400; metered or fixed fare; varies by destination

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

30-60 min

E£150 – E£300; app-based pricing; surge may apply

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

cashless and app-based travel

30-60 min

E£150 – E£300; app-based pricing; surge may apply

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

regional ride-hailing option

45-90 min

E£10 – E£25; varies by route

every 20–40 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

60-90 min

E£15 – E£35; bus fare plus metro ticket

every 5–10 min (traffic dependent)

avoiding traffic on metro

30-60 min

E£400 – E£800; pre-booked; fixed price

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

comfort and meet-and-greet

30-60 min

E£800 – E£2,000; per day; varies by vehicle

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and onward travel

Notes:

  • Prices in EGP (approximately 1 USD = 50 EGP); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Cairo traffic can be extremely heavy, especially during rush hours (7–10 AM and 4–8 PM). Journey times may double during peak periods.
  • Official airport taxis are white and can be booked at designated counters inside the terminals.
  • The Cairo Metro does not currently have a direct station at the airport; a bus or taxi connection to Heliopolis stations is required.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Cairo

Depart from
Shymkent International
Arrive to
Cairo International
Average flights per week
242
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Egyptian Museum - The Pyramids of Giza

Check-in for a flight from Shymkent to Cairo

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
PegasusPGTPCNo
Scat AirlinesVSVDVYes
Turkish AirlinesTHYTKNo
EgyptairMSRMSYes
Air ArabiaABYG9No

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Cairo

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January19°C10°C
February21°C10°C
March25°C12°C
April29°C15°C
May34°C19°C
June37°C22°C
July38°C23°C
August38°C24°C
September35°C22°C
October31°C19°C
November26°C15°C
December21°C11°C
Hottest Month
38°C
July
Coldest month
10°C
January
Sunny days
364
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
8 Nov
24°C16°C
15 Nov
28°C18°C
Monday
9 Nov
24°C15°C
16 Nov
28°C18°C
Tuesday
10 Nov
24°C15°C
17 Nov
29°C18°C
Wednesday
11 Nov
24°C14°C
18 Nov
30°C18°C
Thursday
12 Nov
25°C16°C
19 Nov
32°C21°C
Friday
13 Nov
27°C18°C
20 Nov
29°C20°C
Saturday
14 Nov
28°C18°C
21 Nov
28°C19°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Pegasus, Scat Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Egyptair, and Air Arabia. Shymkent and Cairo have 242 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Cairo, consider visiting Egyptian Museum, and The Pyramids of Giza.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Shymkent?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Shymkent and Almaty, Astana, Istanbul, Dubai, Bologna, Aktau, Taraz, Wuhan, Athens, Datong, Ulaanbaatar, Kadapa, Yerevan, Manchester, Colombo, Tirana, Dublin, İzmir.

What are the most popular routes to and from Cairo?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Cairo and London, Manchester, Birmingham, Jeddah, Riyadh, Sharm El Sheikh, Amman, Hurghada, Glasgow, Luxor, Dammam, Bristol, Newcastle upon Tyne, Medina, Dubai, Kuwait City, Edinburgh, Aswan, Istanbul, Madrid.

What airports are near Shymkent?

The main airport in Shymkent is Shymkent International. It is also served by Tashkent International, Shymkent International, Taraz.

Which airlines fly between Shymkent and Cairo?

Currently, you can fly between Shymkent and Cairo with Pegasus, Scat Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Egyptair, Air Arabia.

When’s the best time to travel between Shymkent and Cairo?

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What flights operate between Shymkent and Cairo?

Traveling between Shymkent and Cairo, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.

How many airports are there near Shymkent?

There are a number of airports in and around Shymkent. The main one is Shymkent International and other nearby airports include Tashkent International, Shymkent International, Taraz

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Shymkent and Cairo depart?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Shymkent, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Shymkent and Cairo arrive?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Cairo, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.

What time do flights between Shymkent and Cairo depart?

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