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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairo from £156

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CAI
15 Sep — 22 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Cairo

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 August 2026.

Tue 3/1107:20 -
1 stop8h 05m
Sun 22/1116:55 -
1 stop18h 05m
Deal found 11/8£341
Mon 7/919:40 -
1 stop19h 35m
Wed 16/918:10 -
1 stop15h 55m
Deal found 13/8£344
Sat 15/815:20 -
2 stops19h 35m
Tue 15/919:40 -
2 stops30h 00m
Deal found 13/8£345
Sun 16/812:45 -
2 stops23h 35m
Tue 8/919:40 -
2 stops30h 00m
Deal found 11/8£346
Mon 7/906:10 -
2 stops14h 35m
Fri 11/917:55 -
1 stop31h 15m
Deal found 12/8£348
Thu 20/805:45 -
2 stops25h 05m
Tue 8/919:40 -
3 stops28h 05m
Deal found 11/8£349
Sun 16/806:10 -
2 stops24h 40m
Tue 15/902:55 -
2 stops20h 50m
Deal found 13/8£349
Sat 15/815:20 -
2 stops19h 35m
Tue 8/920:00 -
2 stops25h 40m
Deal found 12/8£352
Thu 20/816:40 -
1 stop14h 10m
Sun 20/913:35 -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 13/8£358
Tue 1/919:50 -
2 stops19h 30m
Sat 5/923:25 -
1 stop12h 05m
Deal found 12/8£358
Tue 3/1107:20 -
1 stop8h 05m
Mon 23/1115:35 -
1 stop9h 20m
Deal found 11/8£359

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Cairo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Cairo (CAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£341

One-way from

£156

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£495
3/11-22/11
  • 3/11-22/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 10m total
  • Edinburgh to Cairo
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31/12
  • 31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 45m total
  • Edinburgh to Cairo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£40 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Cairo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 August 2026.
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EdinburghCairo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CAI Cairo

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/11

10:00-22:35

1 stop10h 35m

Cairo

Sun 22/11

05:25-13:05

1 stop9h 40m

£451

EdinburghCairo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CAI Cairo

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 28/9

09:25-02:50

1 stop15h 25m

Cairo

Sun 4/10

20:00-08:35

1 stop14h 35m

£502

EdinburghCairo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CAI Cairo

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 29/9

07:55-00:15

1 stop14h 20m

Cairo

Tue 6/10

00:40-13:40

1 stop15h 00m

£522

EdinburghCairo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CAI Cairo

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 30/9

07:55-00:15

1 stop14h 20m

Cairo

Tue 6/10

19:50-06:25

1 stop12h 35m

£522

EdinburghCairo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CAI Cairo

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

10:45-21:20

1 stop8h 35m

Cairo

Thu 24/9

06:05-09:45

1 stop29h 40m

£527

EdinburghCairo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CAI Cairo

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 28/9

10:45-21:20

1 stop8h 35m

Cairo

Wed 30/9

00:30-16:00

1 stop17h 30m

£528
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCairo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CAI Cairo

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 28/9

10:45-21:20

1 stop8h 35m

Cairo

Thu 1/10

02:15-09:45

1 stop9h 30m

£537

EdinburghCairo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CAI Cairo

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 29/9

10:45-23:45

1 stop11h 00m

Cairo

Fri 2/10

06:05-16:00

1 stop11h 55m

£537

EdinburghCairo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CAI Cairo

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 29/8

07:55-22:35

1 stop12h 40m

Cairo

Wed 9/9

02:15-13:40

1 stop13h 25m

£559

EdinburghCairo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CAI Cairo

EDICAI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/11

14:05-23:05

1 stop31h 00m

Cairo

Sun 22/11

20:20-09:05

2 stops14h 45m

£584

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Cairo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo?

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo (average of £408). Flying from Edinburgh to Cairo in July is currently the most expensive (average of £642). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Edinburgh to Cairo?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Edinburgh to Cairo flights typically cost between £451 and £577 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £341 on Multiple Airlines (3 Nov–22 Nov).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairo. Reviews last updated 16 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines,Austrian Airlines, andTurkish Airlines from Edinburgh to Cairo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
947 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,477 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,195 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,168 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
902 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Theodoros,Nov 2024

ATH - SKG

Excellent crew on board. No issues or silly conflicts during boarding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Cairo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Cairo?

    For as low as £451, British Airways can have you in Cairo from Edinburgh in 10h 35m. Edinburgh and Cairo are separated by a distance of 2455 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cairo round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Edinburgh to Cairo round-trip from £192. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Aegean Airlines, from £230, and Lufthansa, from £319. Users have found that Pegasus Airlines is 61% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to Cairo one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with British Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £180. Aegean Airlines flights start at £185 while deals on Lufthansa start at £267 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Cairo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairo (average of £408). Flying from Edinburgh to Cairo in July is currently the most expensive (average of £642). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cairo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Cairo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£192Average£244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£230Average£439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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LufthansaCheapest£319Average£466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£375Average£641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapest£380Average£484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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British AirwaysCheapest£426Average£605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapest£490Average£490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£569Average£767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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