$166 Cheap Flights from Zürich (ZRH) to Cairo (CAI)

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Popular airlines from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)

Cheap Flights from Zürich to Cairo (ZRH-CAI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $166 for one-way flights and $337 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Aegean
Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 15
ZRH
Zürich
CAI
Cairo
$337 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$337
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from Zürich to Cairo, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $337 found 5 days ago
Aegean
Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 1
ZRH
Zürich
CAI
Cairo
$338 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$338
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from Zürich to Cairo, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $338 found 13 hours ago
Iberia
Wed, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 19
ZRH
Zürich
CAI
Cairo
$351 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$351
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Zürich to Cairo, returning Fri, Dec 19, priced at $351 found 5 days ago
Iberia
Wed, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 31
ZRH
Zürich
CAI
Cairo
$352 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$352
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Zürich to Cairo, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $352 found 16 hours ago
ITA Airways
Tue, Feb 3 - Wed, Mar 4
ZRH
Zürich
CAI
Cairo
$395 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$395
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select ITA Airways flight, departing Tue, Feb 3 from Zürich to Cairo, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $395 found 4 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Wed, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 12
ZRH
Zürich
CAI
Cairo
$397 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$397
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, Dec 31 from Zürich to Cairo, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $397 found 1 hour ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 19
ZRH
Zürich
CAI
Cairo
$419 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$419
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Zürich to Cairo, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $419 found 6 days ago
Austrian Airlines
Mon, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 12
ZRH
Zürich
CAI
Cairo
$423 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$423
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Zürich to Cairo, returning Fri, Sep 12, priced at $423 found 15 hours ago
EGYPTAIR
Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
ZRH
Zürich
CAI
Cairo
$445 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$445
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select EGYPTAIR flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Zürich to Cairo, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $445 found 9 hours ago
Lufthansa
Wed, Sep 3 - Sat, Nov 29
ZRH
Zürich
CAI
Cairo
$446 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$446
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Zürich to Cairo, returning Sat, Nov 29, priced at $446 found 13 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zürich (ZRH) to Cairo (CAI)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $236 - $381 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Cairo

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Cairo Intl. CAI. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $589
CAI
Cairo Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $589
Flights from Zürich (ZRH) to Cairo (CAI)
Origin airport
Zürich
Destination airport
Cairo Intl.
Airlines serving
Aegean, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, EGYPTAIR, Etihad Airways, ITA Airways, Iberia, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudia, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price
$337
Distance
1704 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 55 mins

Zürich to Cairo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Zürich to Cairo

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Zürich to Cairo are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Zürich to Cairo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Zürich to Cairo

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Zürich to Cairo: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Zürich to Cairo

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Zürich to Cairo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $166 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Zürich to Cairo flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Zürich to Cairo airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) cost?
Cheap return flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) start from $469. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Egyptair flight leaving ZRH on July 23 2025 and touching down at CAI. The price was last updated on July 6 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ZRH to CAI?
The cheapest flights from ZRH to CAI are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
When flying out of Zurich Airport (ZRH), you can catch a nonstop flight to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) with SWISS.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ZRH to CAI?
With prices as low as $276 for a one-way journey from ZRH to CAI, Swiss International Air Lines is currently the cheapest airline operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ZRH on August 23 2025. Prices were last updated on July 6 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
On average, there's only 1 direct flight departing from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) each day. If this doesn't fit your travel plans, consider flights with layovers. Just customize your search on Expedia to include one or more stops to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
The 1 PM departures from ZRH to CAI are the busiest. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you're looking to save, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from ZRH to CAI?
Wednesday has the most flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
The first flight of the day out of Zurich Airport (ZRH) is at around 7:00AM UTC+1. Board this plane and you'll reach Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) at approximately 12:00PM UTC+2. The total time in the air is 4h.
How long does it take to fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
It takes about 3 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 1,700 mi from ZRH to CAI.
What airline has the least delays from ZRH to CAI?
Consider booking with SWISS if you'd like to go straight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) without any delays. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 89%. Want real-time updates? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
To land at Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) on time, pick a flight that leaves Zurich Airport (ZRH) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from ZRH to CAI are usually more expensive. To lock in the lowest prices, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap fare right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a ZRH to CAI flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a ZRH to CAI flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one convenient place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
In most instances, you're able to cancel or reschedule your ZRH to CAI flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you want further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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