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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 456
Typical prices: C$ 498-C$ 703
SWISS, Lufthansa
Thu 22/11Sun 16/12
CAI - ZRH • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 466
Typical prices: C$ 521-C$ 724
SWISS
Sun 9/12Thu 27/12
CAI - ZRH • Direct
Direct flights
5 days a week
You can fly direct with SWISS and Egyptair. Average duration is 4h 20m
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SWISS
Most punctual • 70% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 8% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Hurghada (HRG)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 483 (round-trip)
Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH)
Shortest trip • 6h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cairo to Zurich (CAI-ZRH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cairo to Zurich

Sun, 22 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec
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1:10 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.CAI  Cairo-ZRH Zurich
4h 20mdirect
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5:10 p.m. - 12:35 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-CAI Cairo
6h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
C$ 456Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Sun, 22 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec
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1:10 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.CAI  Cairo-ZRH Zurich
4h 20mdirect
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5:10 p.m. - 12:35 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-CAI Cairo
6h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
C$ 457Multiple Airlines
10 hours ago
Sun, 22 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec
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1:10 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.CAI  Cairo-ZRH Zurich
4h 20mdirect
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5:10 p.m. - 12:35 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-CAI Cairo
6h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
C$ 459Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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4:35 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.CAI  Cairo-ZRH Zurich
6h 00m1 stop Vienna Intl
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5:10 p.m. - 12:35 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-CAI Cairo
6h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
C$ 460Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 9 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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4:35 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.CAI  Cairo-ZRH Zurich
6h 00m1 stop Vienna Intl
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8:50 p.m. - 3:35 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-CAI Cairo
17h 45m1 stop Vienna Intl
C$ 466Austrian Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 25 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
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4:35 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.CAI  Cairo-ZRH Zurich
6h 00m1 stop Vienna Intl
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5:10 p.m. - 12:35 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-CAI Cairo
6h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
C$ 467Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, 27 Mar - Fri, 2 Apr
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6:05 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.CAI  Cairo-ZRH Zurich
4h 20mdirect
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12:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-CAI Cairo
4h 00mdirect
C$ 473SWISS
2 days ago
Mon, 25 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
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6:05 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.CAI  Cairo-ZRH Zurich
4h 20mdirect
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7:00 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-CAI Cairo
4h 05mdirect
C$ 474SWISS
3+ days ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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4:35 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.CAI  Cairo-ZRH Zurich
6h 00m1 stop Vienna Intl
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7:00 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.ZRH  Zurich-CAI Cairo
4h 05mdirect
C$ 477Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 25 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
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9:40 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.CAI  Cairo-ZRH Zurich
18h 00m1 stop Hurghada
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3:40 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.ZRH  Zurich-CAI Cairo
7h 35m1 stop Hurghada
C$ 485Air Cairo
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cairo to Zurich flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairo to Zurich. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Zurich at C$ 545 round-trip.
•October (C$ 729) and April (C$ 656) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cairo to Zurich the cheapest?

Flights from Cairo to Zurich are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cairo to Zurich flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

C$ 200
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cairo to Zurich

When to book flights from Cairo to Zurich

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cairo to Zurich 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 Zurich flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cairo to Zurich?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cairo to Zurich:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:35 am and lands at 1:55 pm
    • Latest: departs at 7:05 pm and lands at 11:25 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 20m.

  • How long does a flight from Cairo to Zurich take?

    A direct flight from Cairo to Zurich takes 4h 20m, covering 4,414 km.

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

    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 Cairo to Zurich flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cairo to Zurich range from C$ 498 to C$ 703, with an average of C$ 591 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 498 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the C$ 591 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cairo to Zurich?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 483 round-trip via Hurghada (HRG), compared to C$ 597 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Cairo to Zurich?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 98–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cairo to Zurich?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SWISS and Egyptair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 456 to C$ 1,671. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cairo to Zurich are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 252, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

    Zurich Airport (ZRH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 98 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • GREEN MOTION

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

    Flights from Cairo to Zurich usually depart from Cairo (CAI) and arrive at Zurich (ZRH).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Cairo to Zurich?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Cairo to Zurich?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cairo to Zurich route, 31% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 30m.

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

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

    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Vienna Intl (VIE) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 16% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Cairo to Zurich. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 548 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 757, a difference of C$ 208.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Cairo to Zurich?

    2 airlines operate flights between Cairo and Zurich. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • SWISS
    • Egyptair

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Cairo to Zurich?

    Flying via Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 05m, compared with 6h 14m via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and 6h 17m via Vienna Intl (VIE).

  • What is the time difference between Cairo and Zurich?

    Zurich is 1 hour behind Cairo (Central European Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Zurich?

    Some of the most popular sights in Zurich are Halle 622, Puls 5 Conference Centre, and MCH Messe Zürich. These are among the most viewed places in Zurich on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cairo to Zurich flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • SWISS: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Egyptair: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Cairo to Zurich 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 and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 548, about C$ 208 less than Sunday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairo to Zurich trip for May. Fares historically average C$ 545 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 183 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with SWISS. Over the past three months, 70% of SWISS flights from Cairo to Zurich arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 69%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 30m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Hurghada Airport (HRG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 483 round-trip on this route – about C$ 115 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Zurich Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Express Zürich Airport By IHG
    • Radisson Blu Hotel, Zurich Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Cairo to Zurich?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cairo Airport to Zurich Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cairo to Zurich

Monday

Egyptair,SWISS

Egyptair,SWISS

Wednesday

Egyptair,SWISS

Egyptair,SWISS

Friday

SWISS

SWISS

Saturday

Egyptair,SWISS

Egyptair,SWISS

Sunday

SWISS

SWISS

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Direct returns

Zurich to Cairo

Monday

Egyptair,SWISS

Egyptair,SWISS

Wednesday

Egyptair,SWISS

Egyptair,SWISS

Friday

SWISS

SWISS

Saturday

Egyptair,SWISS

Egyptair,SWISS

Sunday

SWISS

SWISS

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