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$353+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cairo (CAI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CAI
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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Round-trip from

$689
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One-way from

$353
(Kiwi.com)

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October

Average price

$818
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/169:01 amSFO - CAI
2 stops21h 54mITA Airways
Thu 9/254:45 amCAI - SFO
1 stop18h 40mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$689
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/169:01 amSFO - CAI
2 stops31h 14mITA Airways
Tue 9/304:45 amCAI - SFO
2 stops25h 00mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$690
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/113:05 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 10mITA Airways
Mon 12/155:55 pmCAI - SFO
2 stops52h 08mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$691
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/233:15 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 00mITA Airways
Sun 11/164:35 amCAI - SFO
2 stops26h 57mITA Airways
Deal found 9/9$692
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/143:15 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/235:55 pmCAI - SFO
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$693
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/273:15 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 00mITA Airways
Sat 10/44:45 amCAI - SFO
2 stops22h 52mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$694
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/210:50 amSFO - CAI
2 stops29h 25mITA Airways
Thu 10/165:55 pmCAI - SFO
1 stop29h 30mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$696
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/219:00 amSFO - CAI
2 stops31h 15mITA Airways
Wed 11/195:55 pmCAI - SFO
1 stop29h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/11$697
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:30 amSFO - CAI
2 stops24h 25mITA Airways
Fri 10/104:45 amCAI - SFO
2 stops24h 20mITA Airways
Deal found 9/9$698
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/279:00 amSFO - CAI
2 stops31h 15mITA Airways
Mon 10/65:55 pmCAI - SFO
2 stops33h 42mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$699
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1710:40 amSFO - CAI
2 stops29h 35mITA Airways
Wed 9/244:45 amCAI - SFO
1 stop18h 40mITA Airways
Deal found 9/10$700
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/253:15 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 00mITA Airways
Wed 11/195:55 pmCAI - SFO
1 stop29h 10mITA Airways
Deal found 9/9$701

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Cairo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Cairo that are best for you.

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SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

3:15 pm-2:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

Cairo

Sun 11/23

4:35 am-1:05 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$703

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Thu 10/16

6:30 am-2:15 am

2 stops33h 45m

Cairo

Wed 11/5

5:55 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$768

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

9:51 am-12:05 am

2 stops28h 14m

Cairo

Thu 12/4

2:10 am-4:10 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$771

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Fri 11/14

12:45 am-12:05 am

2 stops37h 20m

Cairo

Wed 12/3

2:10 am-4:10 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$771

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Thu 11/6

5:50 am-12:05 am

2 stops32h 15m

Cairo

Mon 11/10

2:10 am-3:57 pm

2 stops23h 47m

$771

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

3:15 pm-2:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

Cairo

Tue 11/25

5:55 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops37h 55m

$773

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

6:30 am-4:55 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Cairo

Fri 10/24

4:45 am-1:25 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$781

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Tue 12/9

12:25 pm-12:10 am

2 stops25h 45m

Cairo

Wed 1/14

2:10 am-1:25 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$786

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

3:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 30m

Cairo

Sun 12/21

2:10 am-1:25 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$808

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

3:05 pm-1:30 am

1 stop24h 25m

Cairo

Tue 9/23

3:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$811

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Cairo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Cairo

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Cairo. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Cairo is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Cairo?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cairo (average of $797). Flying from San Francisco to Cairo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,192). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Cairo in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Cairo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Cairo flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairo. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines from San Francisco to Cairo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
ITA Airways
6.7
Okay
1,036 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Cairo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Cairo?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Cairo in 25h. Fly via ITA Airways or Delta to get the fastest option. San Francisco and Cairo are separated by a distance of 7454 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Cairo round-trip?

    Currently priced at $585, ITA Airways will fly you from San Francisco to Cairo and back. In addition to ITA Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $660 and $675, respectively. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Cairo?

    San Francisco to Cairo flights have a layover in Istanbul most of the time. Istanbul is followed by Rome in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from San Francisco to Cairo. London comes next as the third most popular layover location for San Francisco to Cairo flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Istanbul?

    Most Istanbul visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii. Travelers on a layover in Istanbul can visit Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii, by traveling 20.8 mi, 21.7 mi, and 21.5 mi, respectively after landing at Istanbul. Those landing in Istanbul looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $44 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Rome?

    Rome travelers tend to visit Fontana di Trevi, Piazza Navona, and Colosseum more than any other notable places. Fontana di Trevi, Piazza Navona, and Colosseum can be accessed by traveling approximately 14.0 mi, 13.5 mi, and 14.0 mi, respectively from Rome Fiumicino. Those on a layover in Rome in need of a rental car can book one at Rome Fiumicino for about $26.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in London?

    London travelers tend to visit Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus more than any other attractions. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $41 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Cairo flights?

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Cairo that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Munich. Doha sees the next fewest layovers on San Francisco to Cairo flights. Frankfurt am Main follows Doha in terms of the least frequent layover locations on San Francisco to Cairo flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Cairo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Cairo?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Cairo (average of $797). Flying from San Francisco to Cairo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,192). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Cairo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Cairo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ITA AirwaysCheapest$585Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$660Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$675Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$733Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$753Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$756Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$761Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air FranceCheapest$761Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$780Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$887Average$1,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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