Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Philadelphia is seven hours behind Cairo, where Cairo International Airport is located. Philadelphia observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your CAI to Philadelphia flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from CAI to Philadelphia, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Cairo, CAI can be reached in about 45 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
In search of a hotel near CAI? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Philadelphia, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cairo International Airport, 65% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Philadelphia
$753 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return plane ticket right now is $959. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from CAI to Philadelphia. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Philadelphia, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PHL:
To get the best deal, book your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from CAI to Philadelphia.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. Following your flight from Cairo International Airport to Philadelphia, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your CAI to Philadelphia flight, settle in at a hotel near TTN. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TTN will help you stay within budget.
You can find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
July is the busiest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Philadelphia. To escape the crowds, visit Philadelphia in December.
Book a Cairo International Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CAI to Philadelphia in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cairo International Airport to Philadelphia, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Philadelphia travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without experiencing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
