Flights from Sydney to Cairo from AUD2,282

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Flights from Sydney to Cairo

Best Deals for Sydney to Cairo Flights on Etihad

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Best Deals for Sydney to Cairo Flights on Etihad
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FromSydney (SYD)ToCairo (CAI)Round-trip
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8 Sep 2025 - 18 Sep 2025

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AUD2,881*

Last Seen 19 hours ago

*Fares displayed have been collected within the last 48hrs and may no longer be available at time of booking. Additional fees and charges for optional products and services may apply.

Fly from Sydney to Cairo with Etihad Airways

Discover an ancient world when you book flights from Sydney to Cairo with Etihad Airways. You’ll go on an incredible journey from one of Australia’s largest cities to the historic streets of Egypt’s capital, leading to the nearby pyramids that travellers from across the globe flock to see.

Your flight will involve a stopover or transfer in the incredible Abu Dhabi, where you’ll have a chance to indulge in the local cuisine and explore the city. Book your flights with Etihad today.

SYD to CAI: flight facts

Journey time 20hrs 15mins

Your journey from Sydney to Cairo will take around 20 hours. Other flights times may vary depending on your connection time in Abu Dhabi. Extend it into a stopover to explore this sensational city.

Flight distance 9,022 miles

Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Cairo (CAI), via Abu Dhabi (AUH), cover a distance of 9,022 miles (14,519 kilometres).

Your flight from Sydney to Cairo

Your flight from Sydney to Cairo will begin with a journey across the north of the Indian Ocean from Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD). You’ll skim over the edge of Malaysia before soaring over Sri Lanka and the southern tip of India.

You’ll land in Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) for a connecting flight to Cairo. From here, you’ll soar above Saudi Arabia before landing at Cairo Airport (CAI) in Egypt’s ancient capital.

*Aircraft, cabins and services may vary by route and flight. You can check this when you search for your flight. This page was last updated Sept 2019.

Flying from Sydney to Cairo: FAQs

How do I get from Cairo International Airport to the city?

Cairo International Airport is about 14 miles (22 kilometres) from Cairo’s city centre. The Cairo Shuttle Bus runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week, convenient for whatever time you arrive. Alternatively, you can travel via taxi or book a transfer with Etihad.

What is the weather like in Cairo?

Temperatures rarely drop below 10°C at any time of year – expect average temperatures of 25°C or higher between May and September. Rainfall is infrequent, but there can be light rain in January, March and April.

Top tips for Sydney to Cairo

pyramid in cairo

See the Pyramids

Just as the Sydney Opera house is a must-visit in Sydney, the Great Pyramid of Giza should be at the top of your list when visiting Cairo. Located just 12 miles (20 kilometres) from Cairo’s city centre, the pyramid is easily accessed by bus, taxi or metro. Dating back over 4500 years, this is the world’s oldest attraction and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The scale of the achievement is breathtaking.

view of river nile

Dine by the River Nile

If you enjoy a la carte dining at Sydney Harbour, you’ll feel right at home in some of Cairo’s best restaurants – situated on the banks of the River Nile. Offering an array of cuisines from Asian to traditional Egyptian, you’ll be spoiled for choice. Dine at sunset for unforgettably atmospheric views of this world-famous river.

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