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Cheapest return flight
£241
Typical prices: £381-£538
Multiple Airlines
Sat 27/10Thu 1/11
CAI - EDI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£497
Typical prices: £209-£304
Emirates
Sun 4/11
CAI - EDI • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cairo and Edinburgh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 25% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Zurich (ZRH)
Cheapest • Avg £307 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 8h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cairo to Edinburgh (CAI-EDI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cairo to Edinburgh

Tue, 27 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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17:00 - 00:30CAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
10h 30m1 stop Sharm El Sheikh Intl
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07:30 - 22:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
13h 15m2 stops London Stansted Milan Malpensa
£241Multiple Airlines
Tue, 27 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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12:00 - 00:30CAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 30m1 stop Sharm El Sheikh Intl
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06:55 - 02:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
17h 55m1 stop Milan Malpensa
£250Multiple Airlines
Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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02:55 - 18:35CAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 40m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen London Stansted
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06:00 - 02:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
18h 10m2 stops Charleroi Brussels Bergamo Orio Al Serio
£279Multiple Airlines
Thu, 24 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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15:25 - 11:55CAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
22h 30m1 stop Antalya
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11:05 - 02:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
13h 05m2 stops London Stansted Bergamo Orio Al Serio
£282Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
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10:00 - 18:05CAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
10h 05m1 stop Milan Malpensa
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14:40 - 19:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
27h 15m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
£283Multiple Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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00:50 - 15:10CAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 20m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat London Luton
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07:30 - 02:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
17h 20m2 stops London Stansted Milan Malpensa
£286Multiple Airlines
Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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00:10 - 10:15CAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
12h 05m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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16:30 - 01:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
31h 10m1 stop Bergamo Orio Al Serio
£295Multiple Airlines
Sat, 23 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
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04:40 - 22:15CAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 35m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
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13:00 - 02:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
11h 55m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
£296Multiple Airlines
Wed, 23 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
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03:55 - 09:45CAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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17:10 - 02:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
7h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£343Lufthansa
Sat, 23 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
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04:35 - 23:20CAI  Cairo-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
20h 45m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Frankfurt am Main
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06:10 - 02:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CAI Cairo
18h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Rome Fiumicino
£345Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cairo to Edinburgh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cairo to Edinburgh with more confidence.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairo to Edinburgh?

Lufthansa (£345) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cairo to Edinburgh in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Cairo to Edinburgh flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£241
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (33% more expensive on average)
Flights from Cairo to Edinburgh

When to book flights from Cairo to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cairo to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cairo to Edinburgh flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairo to Edinburgh?

    Flights from Cairo to Edinburgh usually depart from Cairo (CAI) and arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairo to Edinburgh?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairo to Edinburgh.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairo to Edinburgh pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cairo to Edinburgh most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairo to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Cairo to Edinburgh route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £376 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £558, a difference of £182. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Edinburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Edinburgh are Edinburgh City Centre, Edinburgh Waverley Station, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. These are among the most viewed places in Edinburgh on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Cairo to Edinburgh?

    A direct flight from Cairo to Edinburgh takes 0h 00m, covering 2,455 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairo to Edinburgh?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Cairo to Edinburgh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cairo to Edinburgh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £497, which is 105% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cairo to Edinburgh?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 18m, compared to 9h 37m via Dublin (DUB) and 10h 15m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Cairo and Edinburgh?

    Edinburgh is 2 hours behind Cairo (British Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £6 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · GREEN MOTION
    · DRIVALIA
    · Alamo
    · Europcar
    · Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cairo to Edinburgh flight?

    Return flights from Cairo to Edinburgh range from £381 to £538, with an average of £415 over the past 12 months. Anything below £381 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cairo to Edinburgh flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average £376 – about £182 less than Friday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairo to Edinburgh trip for October. Fares historically average £311 return in that month – typically £274 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.
    - Moxy Edinburgh Airport
    - Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport by IHG
    - Premier Inn Edinburgh Airport - M9 Jct1

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