Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): what you need to know
Around 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport.
Cairo and Alexandria are in the UTC+2 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Your CAI to HBE flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
EgyptAir offers direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Alexandria — and maybe even more of Egypt if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with EgyptAir on this route.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier offering CAI to HBE flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CAI and HBE:
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Hurghada International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
C$205 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight. Return flights start from C$413. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CAI to HBE.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CAI to HBE.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
When it comes to Cairo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.38% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near CAI. Whether you have an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Stay within a quick transfer of arrivals if you're getting in on a late Cairo International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight. Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria is a good option near HBE. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Relaxation Villa With Private Pool before travelling to your final destination.
Travel at your own speed with a Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt and find adventure across Alexandria and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Borg El Arab Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport to central Alexandria has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Alexandria based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Alexandria is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Cairo International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAI to HBE in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Alexandria, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to Cairo to tick off its leading sights. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria, Giza is another favourite stop in Egypt. No visit is complete without checking out Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.