Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Houston: what you need to know
Houston is 7 hours behind Cairo, where Cairo International Airport is located. Houston operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from CAI to Houston. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from CAI to Houston, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you hold a passport from Egypt, you will need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Cairo International Airport to Houston for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo, CAI can be reached in about 31 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Houston? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near CAI:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Houston
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to Houston is ر.ق. 1,359. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,789. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CAI to Houston if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Cairo International Airport to Houston across the entire month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap flight tickets from CAI to Houston every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Houston, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 49 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near IAH if you have a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Houston. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Houston. Once you've hopped off your flight from Cairo International Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 22 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to HOU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from CAI to Houston:
Best time to go to Houston
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Cairo International Airport to Houston while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Houston, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Lock in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Houston for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from CAI to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
After locking in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Houston, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are must-visits when exploring Houston.
Complete your Houston trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Houston and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Cairo International Airport to Houston.
