Cairo International Airport Travel Guide
Cairo International Airport travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Cairo International Airport is an airport in Cairo. Cairo International Airport (CAI) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 72°F (22°C) in Cairo International Airport with mainly clear. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 71°F to 95°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Cairo International Airport is January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December. The climate is hot and arid. July, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 101°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 51°F.
The closest major airport is Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), about 244 mi away. Nearby highlights include Historic Cairo, Nile River, Memphis and its Necropolis - Pyramid Fields and Pyramids of Giza.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 95°F is 5.4°F below the 100°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Cairo International Airport today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Cairo International Airport
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Coordinates: 30°7′18.8″N 31°24′20.2″E (30.1219, 31.4056)
Weather in Cairo International Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:53 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛅ 95° / 71°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
⛅ 98° / 75°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 10 mph
Quick facts about Cairo International Airport
Things to do in Cairo International Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Cairo International Airport.
Best time to visit Cairo International Airport
Go in January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: July, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Cairo International Airport
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion Airport | TLV | 244 mi | Tel Aviv |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cairo International Airport?
Cairo International Airport is an airport in Cairo. Its coordinates are 30.1219, 31.4056. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Cairo International Airport right now?
It is currently 72°F (22°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 88% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cairo International Airport?
January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Cairo International Airport, which has a hot and arid climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cairo International Airport in?
Cairo International Airport observes Africa/Cairo (UTC+03:00). The local time is 9:53 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Cairo International Airport?
The closest airports are Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), 244 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Cairo International Airport?
Popular options include Historic Cairo, Nile River, Memphis and its Necropolis - Pyramid Fields, Pyramids of Giza, Mount Sinai and Petra.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 9:53 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
