Egypt: Cairo Flight Offers & Hotels

October to April is the best time to visit Egypt, with warm, sunny days that are comfortable for sightseeing in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan. December and January are the busiest months.

Summer (June to August) is extremely hot in Upper Egypt, but it is a good, cheaper time for Red Sea resorts such as Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh.

Egypt is hot and dry almost all year. Winter days are pleasant (20–25°C in Cairo, warmer in Luxor and Aswan) with cool nights, while summer often exceeds 40°C in the south. Rain is rare.

Egypt uses the Egyptian pound (EGP). Cards are accepted in hotels, malls and larger restaurants, but cash is essential for taxis, markets, small cafés and tips (baksheesh). Use ATMs from major banks.

Egypt is very affordable: budget travellers can manage on around €30–50 per day and mid-range travellers on €70–130 per day. Entrance fees for major sites, guided Egypt historical tours and Nile cruises are the biggest costs.

Arabic is the official language (Egyptian Arabic is spoken day to day). English is common in hotels, tourist sites and among guides, and many people in tourism also speak French, German or Russian.

Many nationalities can get an Egypt e-Visa online through the official government portal, or a visa on arrival at major airports; some nationalities must apply at an embassy in advance. Travellers staying only in Sharm El Sheikh and other South Sinai resorts may be eligible for a free short-stay entry stamp. Rules change and depend on your passport, so always confirm on the official government website or with the embassy before you book.

Domestic flights connect Cairo with Luxor and Aswan in about an hour. Sleeper and day trains run along the Nile, and Nile cruises between Luxor and Aswan (usually 3–4 nights) are a classic way to see the temples.

In Cairo, ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Careem are easy and avoid taxi haggling; the Cairo Metro is cheap but crowded.

Try koshari (rice, lentils and pasta with tomato sauce), ful medames (fava beans), ta'ameya (Egyptian falafel), molokhia and grilled kofta. Fresh juices and sweet mint tea are everywhere.

Egypt is a predominantly Muslim country with deep, welcoming hospitality. Dress modestly, especially at mosques (women should cover their hair), and be respectful during Ramadan. Tipping is customary for most services.

Mobile data is cheap and coverage is good in cities and along the Nile; Wi-Fi in hotels can be slow. Buy a local SIM (Vodafone, Orange or Etisalat) at the airport with your passport.