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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,190
Typical prices: C$ 1,267-C$ 1,857
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Fri 12/10Mon 15/10
YOW - CAI • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 535
Typical prices: C$ 818-C$ 1,327
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/10
YOW - CAI • 2 stops
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 layover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,428 (round-trip)
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 round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Cairo

Mon, 12 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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6:50 a.m. - 1:05 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
35h 15m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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2:05 a.m. - 12:20 a.m.CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
29h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,190Multiple Airlines
Sun, 4 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
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6:50 a.m. - 1:05 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
35h 15m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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2:05 a.m. - 12:20 a.m.CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
29h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,228Multiple Airlines
Sat, 28 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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9:00 a.m. - 3:35 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
23h 35m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vienna Intl
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4:35 a.m. - 11:37 a.m.CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
38h 02m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,340Air Canada
Sat, 28 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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9:00 a.m. - 3:35 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
23h 35m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vienna Intl
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4:35 a.m. - 11:37 a.m.CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
38h 02m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,341Air Canada
Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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7:30 p.m. - 3:05 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
48h 35m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:00 p.m. - 2:29 p.m.CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
51h 29m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
C$ 1,487United Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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6:00 a.m. - 3:05 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
38h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:00 p.m. - 7:27 p.m.CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
56h 27m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
C$ 1,487United Airlines
Sun, 15 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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5:10 p.m. - 1:25 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
25h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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2:05 p.m. - 12:01 a.m.CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
40h 56m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Calgary
C$ 1,763KLM
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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5:10 p.m. - 1:25 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
25h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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3:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
18h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 1,765KLM
Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 27 Nov
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10:00 a.m. - 6:10 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
13h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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2:05 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
16h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,958Egyptair
Fri, 30 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
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9:10 a.m. - 4:25 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CAI Cairo
13h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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2:05 a.m. - 1:10 p.m.CAI  Cairo-YOW Ottawa
18h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,979Egyptair
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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.

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 C$ 1,274 round-trip.
•December (C$ 2,029) and July (C$ 2,013) 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

C$ 535
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?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Ottawa to Cairo:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

    A direct flight from Ottawa to Cairo takes 0h 00m, covering 14,259 km.

  • 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?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Cairo range from C$ 1,267 to C$ 1,857, with an average of C$ 1,414 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,267 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 C$ 1,414. 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, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,190 to C$ 5,609. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 995, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cairo Airport (CAI)?

    Cairo Airport (CAI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 15 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 C$ 1,306 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 1,490 – a C$ 184 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 layover airport when travelling from Ottawa to Cairo?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 19m, compared with 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.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Cairo?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cairo are Tahrir Square and Heliopolis Palace. 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 C$ 1,306 – about C$ 184 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 C$ 1,274 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 755 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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