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Wed, 20 May - Wed, 27 May
Emirates
Emirates1 stop
SHA - CAI
Emirates
Emirates1 stop
CAI - SHA
943$
885$
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Wed, 10 June - Sat, 20 June
Emirates
Emirates1 stop
SHA - CAI
Emirates
Emirates1 stop
CAI - SHA
956$
923$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 17 May
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways1 stop
SHA - CAI
526$
493$
Prime price per passenger
Thu, 4 June
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways1 stop
SHA - CAI
526$
495$
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Tue, 9 June
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways1 stop
SHA - CAI
532$
504$
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Sat, 20 June
Hainan Airlines
Hainan Airlines1 stop
SHA - CAI
1844$
1764$
Prime price per passenger
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Cairo

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of June. Take advantage of this per
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Currency and price comparison

MealMid-priced restaurant
14%The average meal is 14% more expensive in Cairo than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$6.11
Cairo$6.99
TrainLocal, one-way ticket
30%Trains in Cairo are 30% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$0.61
Cairo$0.47
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
475%A taxi fare in Cairo is 475% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$3.05
Cairo$0.53
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
71%Coffee in Cairo is 71% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$4.29
Cairo$2.51
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 38.2 EGP
1 EGP = 0.03 AUD
Last checked on Wed, 29/04
Distance: 8355 kms
Shanghai airports
Pu Dong (PVG)How far from city centre: 31 kms
Hongqiao (SHA)How far from city centre: 7 kms
Cairo airports
Cairo International Airport (CAI)How far from city centre: 2 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Cairo

How long does the flight take to go from Shanghai to Cairo?
The total flight time between Shanghai and Cairo is of around 14 h and 45 m on average, considering an average distance of 8,355.33 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Shanghai to Cairo?
When you fly from Shanghai to Cairo the average price is $1303. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Cairo at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Shanghai to Cairo is $493. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Cairo expensive to visit compared to Shanghai?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Cairo costs an average of $0.53, 83% cheaper than Shanghai, with a fare of $3.05,
while train tickets costs 23% less in Cairo: $0.47 against $0.61 in Shanghai.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from $6.99 in Cairo, 14% more than the $6.11 in Shanghai.
The price of the coffee is around 41% cheaper in Cairo, with an average of $2.51, while in Shanghai the coffee costs $4.29.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Shanghai to Cairo?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Egypt may apply when travelling from Shanghai. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Cairo compared to Shanghai?
While in Shanghai temperatures can reach an average of 27º ºC in summer, Cairo's temperatures can rise to 29º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, weather data show around 15º ºC in Cairo, compared to the 5º ºC average in Shanghai.

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