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Cheapest return flight
₹ 43,918
Typical prices: ₹ 45,145-₹ 62,796
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/9Thu 4/10
MAA - CAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 25,205
Typical prices: ₹ 23,140-₹ 35,754
Oman Air
Mon 5/11
MAA - CAI • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and Cairo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 9% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Kuwait City (KWI)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 44,372 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 10h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Cairo (MAA-CAI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chennai to Cairo

Tue, 29 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
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00:55 - 17:20MAA  Chennai-CAI Cairo
18h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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08:15 - 02:15CAI  Cairo-MAA Chennai
15h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 43,918Multiple Airlines
Wed, 30 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
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10:15 - 13:10MAA  Chennai-CAI Cairo
29h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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12:40 - 08:20CAI  Cairo-MAA Chennai
17h 10m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 45,064Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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04:05 - 13:10MAA  Chennai-CAI Cairo
11h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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20:00 - 08:05CAI  Cairo-MAA Chennai
9h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 45,350Etihad Airways
Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
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04:05 - 05:25MAA  Chennai-CAI Cairo
27h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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08:15 - 08:25CAI  Cairo-MAA Chennai
21h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 46,209Etihad Airways
Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
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16:05 - 17:20MAA  Chennai-CAI Cairo
27h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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08:15 - 20:10CAI  Cairo-MAA Chennai
9h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 46,687Etihad Airways
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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16:10 - 16:45MAA  Chennai-CAI Cairo
28h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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19:00 - 08:05CAI  Cairo-MAA Chennai
9h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 47,450Etihad Airways
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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16:10 - 16:45MAA  Chennai-CAI Cairo
28h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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19:00 - 08:05CAI  Cairo-MAA Chennai
9h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 47,832Etihad Airways
Wed, 30 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
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11:00 - 23:45MAA  Chennai-CAI Cairo
15h 15m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Dammam King Fahad Intl
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12:40 - 07:00CAI  Cairo-MAA Chennai
15h 50m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 48,405Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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21:55 - 00:15MAA  Chennai-CAI Cairo
28h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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14:50 - 19:50CAI  Cairo-MAA Chennai
26h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 49,837Etihad Airways
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
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15:40 - 00:15MAA  Chennai-CAI Cairo
11h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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08:25 - 08:05CAI  Cairo-MAA Chennai
21h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 49,837Etihad Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chennai to Cairo flights

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

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Cairo and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Cairo at ₹ 44,586 return.
  • July (₹ 73,610) and December (₹ 71,319) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Chennai to Cairo flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

₹ 25,205
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 50% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Chennai to Cairo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai 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 Chennai to Cairo 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 Chennai to Cairo?

    Flights from Chennai to Cairo usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Cairo (CAI).

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

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

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

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

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Muscat Seeb (MCT) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Chennai to Cairo route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 45,254 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at ₹ 63,585, a difference of ₹ 18,331. 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 Cairo?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cairo are Downtown Cairo, Egypt International Exhibition Center, and Al-Azhar University. These are among the most viewed places in Cairo on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Chennai to Cairo?

    A direct flight from Chennai to Cairo takes 0h 00m, covering 8,593 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai 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.

  • Have flight prices from Chennai 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 ₹ 43,918 to ₹ 189,515. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Chennai to Cairo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 90,679, which is 218% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 08m, compared to 10h 56m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 11h 17m via Kuwait City (KWI).

  • What is the time difference between Chennai and Cairo?

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

  • 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 ₹ 1,031 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Avis

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

    Return flights from Chennai to Cairo range from ₹ 45,145 to ₹ 62,796, with an average of ₹ 49,196 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 45,145 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chennai 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 Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 45,254 – about ₹ 18,331 less than Wednesday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Cairo trip for October. Fares historically average ₹ 44,586 return in that month – typically ₹ 29,024 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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