Cheap flights to Egypt – Compare and Save

Flights from Canada to Egypt have an average travel duration of 12h 50m to 13h 50m. Flights with stopovers will require additional travel time, and the city of departure and arrival will also affect the duration of the trip. Flights could substantially increase in travel time due to layovers, with some flights taking more than 45h for total flight time. Popular destination cities include Luxor, Cairo, Alexandria, and Hurghada, with Egypt travel deals most readily available in these cities.

There is currently no direct service available from Canada to Egypt. However, one-stop service with shorter flight times is available out of Toronto, with Cairo being the most popular destination city. One-stop flights are available out of Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa, and Calgary, as well. Air Canada and Egypt Air have the most routes available for shorter flights, with most flights requiring 2-3 stops. Other airlines offering service include Delta, United, Turkish Airways, Air France, and Delta.

Egypt locals use buses to get around the country, primarily, and the same is suggested for tourists visiting the country. The bus system goes just about everywhere and it is safe for use by non-nationals. Service is available from multiple bus lines, including West Delta, Upper Egypt, and Pullman. Super Jet offers service to Luxor, Sharm el Sheikh, and Hurghada. Cairo’s Turgoman bus station offers service to all destination cities in the country, as well. Due to congestion and a lack of parking, driving is not recommended for tourists and those who do are advised to hire a driver rather than transport themselves. Taxis are also available in Cairo and other major cties.

If you are heading to Egypt from Canada, there are plenty of destinations and attractions that should be on your list. The Great Sphinx and Necropolis of Giza offer a glimpse at ancient history. The Valley of the Kings is home to various tombs and burial chambers. City lovers will find plenty of museums, nightlife, fine dining, and other attractions in Cairo, Luxor, and Giza, and Alexandria, with the Royal Jewelry Museum being a top attraction in Alexandria. Those looking for something different can find camel rides, night markets and Islamic Cairo, home to great shops and more.

All Canadian nationals flying to Egypt from Canada will need to present a passport that does not expire for at least six months after the date you intend to leave the country. Canadians must also have a visa to visit Egypt, for any reason. A tourist visa is required for entry into the country, as well. Those who do not have a visa upon arrival can obtain one at the airport, but it is recommended to obtain one from an Embassy or consulate prior to arrival for fewer complications. Proof of entry stamps will be required upon exit.

Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Egypt on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Royal Jordanian is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Egypt.

Aswan is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Egypt. One-way flights to Aswan typically cost C$ 58, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 111.

A round-trip flight to Egypt will typically cost around C$ 165, however they can be found for as little as C$ 161.

For those looking to save time traveling to Egypt, Toronto offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 15 minutes).

If being close to Tahrir Square is important to you, you’ll want to land at Cairo Airport.

Yes. Those touching down at Cairo can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Cairo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Cairo Airport is the closest property to Cairo (0.0 km away from Cairo).