Travelling from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Cairo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between BLQ and CAI are:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Egypt. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before organising your cheap ticket from BLQ to CAI, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
ج.م. 4,667 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Cairo International Airport. Return flights start at ج.م. 11,829. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap flight tickets from BLQ to CAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Cairo International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from BLQ to CAI. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Cairo International Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The journey from central Bologna to Guglielmo Marconi Airport takes about 32 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 22 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BLQ? If you're on an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Cairo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Cairo International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 31 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 26 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Cairo International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Cairo in April.
When booking your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22 ºC to 40 ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BLQ to CAI in January. Temperatures average between 8 ºC and 22 ºC then.
More about Cairo
Start your Cairo trip right by finding a great place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from BLQ to CAI, explore our range of hotel options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are must-have experiences during your Cairo visit.
Complete your Cairo trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Cairo International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Cairo escape.