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Cheapest return flight
£710
Typical prices: £681-£998
SWISS
Sun 21/10Tue 20/11
YOW - CAI • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£693
Typical prices: £439-£713
KLM
Sun 2/12
YOW - CAI • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Ottawa and Cairo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 10% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg £767 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 14h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Cairo (YOW-CAI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Ottawa to Cairo

Wed, 21 Oct - Fri, 20 Nov
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11:15 - 17:25YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
23h 10m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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13:10 - 19:45CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
37h 35m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl
£710SWISS
Mon, 19 Oct - Fri, 27 Nov
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11:15 - 17:15YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
23h 00m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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13:10 - 19:45CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
37h 35m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl
£712SWISS
Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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14:55 - 16:55YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
19h 00m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Rome Fiumicino
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04:35 - 18:45CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
21h 10m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Toronto Pearson Intl
£718Lufthansa
Sun, 31 Jan - Fri, 26 Feb
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09:00 - 17:10YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
25h 10m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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13:10 - 19:30CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
37h 20m2 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl
£721SWISS
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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10:50 - 13:05YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
43h 15m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Milan Malpensa Zurich
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18:05 - 22:32CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
35h 27m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£724SWISS
Wed, 21 Oct - Fri, 20 Nov
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11:15 - 17:25YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
23h 10m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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13:10 - 19:45CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
37h 35m3 stops Zurich Rome Fiumicino Toronto Pearson Intl
£726SWISS
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 18 Nov
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11:15 - 17:25YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
23h 10m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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18:05 - 19:45CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
32h 40m3 stops Zurich Vienna Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
£727SWISS
Mon, 19 Oct - Sun, 29 Nov
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11:15 - 17:15YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
23h 00m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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13:10 - 19:45CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
37h 35m3 stops Zurich Rome Fiumicino Toronto Pearson Intl
£727SWISS
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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09:00 - 17:10YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
25h 10m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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13:10 - 19:47CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
37h 37m3 stops Zurich Milan Malpensa Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£730SWISS
Mon, 19 Oct - Sat, 28 Nov
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11:15 - 17:15YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
23h 00m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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18:05 - 19:45CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
32h 40m3 stops Zurich Vienna Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
£731SWISS
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Cairo flights

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

How much is a return flight from Ottawa to Cairo?

Return flights from Ottawa to Cairo start at £710. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £681 to £998. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £710 on SWISS.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Cairo?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Cairo and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Cairo?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Cairo at £684 return.
•December (£1,090) and July (£1,081) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Ottawa to Cairo the cheapest?

Flights from Ottawa to Cairo are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 8% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Ottawa to Cairo flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£693
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Ottawa to Cairo

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

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

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Ottawa to Cairo?

    A direct flight from Ottawa to Cairo takes 0h 00m, covering 5,505 miles.

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

    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 much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Cairo flight?

    Return flights from Ottawa to Cairo range from £681 to £998, with an average of £759 over the past 12 months. Anything below £681 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Ottawa to Cairo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 2% above the route average of £759. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to Cairo changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £710 to £5,080. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Cairo are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £693.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cairo Airport (CAI)?

    Cairo Airport (CAI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £8 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Ottawa to Cairo usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Cairo (CAI).

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

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

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 46% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 0% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Ottawa to Cairo route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 13%. Sunday is the cheapest day at £702 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £800 – a £99 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 19m, compared to 14h 38m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 16h 36m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Cairo?

    Cairo is 7 hours ahead of Ottawa (Eastern European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cairo?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cairo are Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. These are among the most viewed places in Cairo on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Cairo 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 Sunday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average £702 – about £99 less than Tuesday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 8% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Cairo trip for October. Fares historically average £684 return in that month – typically £406 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cairo Airport.
    - Le Méridien Cairo Airport
    - Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
    - Novotel Cairo Airport

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