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$531+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cairo (CAI)

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SFO — CAI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Cairo are usually found in October or January, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Cairo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Cairo (CAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$860
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$531
(Kiwi.com)

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Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,247
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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 June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/161:35 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop19h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/244:55 pmCAI - SFO
2 stops34h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$860
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/103:15 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/244:45 amCAI - SFO
2 stops29h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$861
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1312:40 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop22h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 9/296:10 amCAI - SFO
1 stop20h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$862
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 7/203:15 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop25h 00mITA Airways
Wed 8/205:55 pmCAI - SFO
2 stops33h 22mITA Airways
Deal found 6/10$867
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/112:30 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops27h 00mDelta
Wed 9/173:30 amCAI - SFO
2 stops29h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/10$874
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 9/83:55 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 9/242:05 amCAI - SFO
2 stops26h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/12$877
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/318:25 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop30h 35mSWISS
Wed 11/126:25 pmCAI - SFO
1 stop32h 00mSWISS
Deal found 6/12$880
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/109:40 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop16h 35mLufthansa
Fri 12/265:15 amCAI - SFO
1 stop24h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$921
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/210:46 amSFO - CAI
2 stops23h 54mAir Canada
Mon 11/105:20 amCAI - SFO
2 stops38h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$926
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 10/1410:45 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops26h 40mSAUDIA
Mon 10/2011:40 amCAI - SFO
2 stops41h 14mSAUDIA
Deal found 6/12$940
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/202:20 pmSFO - CAI
2 stops25h 10mAir France
Fri 10/173:30 amCAI - SFO
1 stop19h 20mAir France
Deal found 6/12$968
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:30 pmSFO - CAI
1 stop36h 55mIberia
Tue 1/136:10 pmCAI - SFO
1 stop34h 35mIberia
Deal found 6/11$989

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 June 12, 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

Sun 11/16

1:35 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Cairo

Wed 11/26

4:55 pm-5:28 pm

2 stops34h 33m

$860

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

3:15 pm-2:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

Cairo

Wed 9/24

4:45 am-11:52 pm

2 stops29h 07m

$861

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

12:40 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Cairo

Sun 9/28

2:10 am-10:35 am

1 stop18h 25m

$862

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Sun 7/20

3:15 pm-2:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

Cairo

Wed 8/20

5:55 pm-5:17 pm

2 stops33h 22m

$867

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

12:30 pm-1:30 am

2 stops27h 00m

Cairo

Wed 9/17

3:30 am-10:30 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$874

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

3:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Cairo

Wed 9/24

2:05 am-6:13 pm

2 stops26h 08m

$877

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

8:25 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Cairo

Wed 11/12

6:25 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$880

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Sun 11/2

10:46 am-8:40 pm

2 stops23h 54m

Cairo

Mon 11/10

5:20 am-9:28 am

2 stops38h 08m

$926

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

10:45 pm-11:25 am

2 stops26h 40m

Cairo

Mon 10/20

11:40 am-6:54 pm

2 stops41h 14m

$940

San FranciscoCairo

SFO - CAI

SFOCAI

San Francisco

Tue 12/9

2:40 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Cairo

Fri 12/26

5:15 am-7:35 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$943

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Cairo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairo from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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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 June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Cairo is 69 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 $1,218). 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 June 12, 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.

Rainfall in Cairo by month

Plan your trip to Cairo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairo ranges from 0.0 - 0.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cairo when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Cairo by month

Plan your trip to Cairo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Austrian Airlines and Air France from San Francisco to Cairo. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
3,584 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.

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

    Currently priced at $860, United Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Cairo and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and ITA Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $862 and $867, respectively. These flights start at 8% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Cairo one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $544. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and ITA Airways, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Cairo for a low price.

  • 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, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani. Travelers on a layover in Istanbul can visit Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani, by traveling 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.7 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 $40 per day.

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

    Rome travelers tend to visit Fontana di Trevi, Colosseum, and Piazza Navona more than any other notable places. Fontana di Trevi, Colosseum, and Piazza Navona can be accessed by traveling approximately 14.0 mi, 14.0 mi, and 13.5 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 $32.

  • 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 $44 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. Frankfurt am Main sees the next fewest layovers on San Francisco to Cairo flights. Doha follows Frankfurt am Main 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 $1,218). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ITA AirwaysCheapest$595Average$1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
SWISSCheapest$597Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$667Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$672Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$760Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$762Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$766Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$841Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$888Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$912Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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