Fly to Sydney

When you get off your Etihad flight to Sydney from Cairo, be ready to soak up all that Sydney has to offer. Sprawling Sydney is sandwiched between the sea and the Blue Mountains. The highlights are in the east and around the harbour, which slices the city into northern and southern halves.

Circular Quay is on the harbour at the northern end of the Central Business District (CBD). It's the main ferry hub and home to the Opera House plus many restaurants, souvenir shops and street entertainers.

Sydney is arguably the world's most photogenic city. Sydney Harbour is lined with attractions, islands, beaches and National Parkland - as well as the famous Opera House and Harbour Bridge. But beyond the harbour happy snaps, there's a remarkable amount to keep visitors occupied. Children and adults alike love the beaches and wildlife, as well as the outdoorsy lifestyle.



The Greater Sydney area boasts over 100 beaches, from calm harbour strips to surf-pounded coastal icons.

Sydney is a laid-back city that can turn on the sophistication when required with stylish bars and restaurants. At the same time, many of the highlights – such as coastal walks or splashing in the surf – are free.

Sydney is also party city. Dance all night in Kings Cross, go for an arty vibe in the Inner West or drink cocktails by the harbour. Mardi Gras and the New Year's Eve fireworks are the events that the world knows about, but there is always something going on. It's easy to be chilled out in Sydney, but almost impossible to be bored.

Flights to Sydney from Cairo
Etihad offers direct flights to Sydney from Cairo in addition to indirect flights on a daily basis. Book flights to Sydney from Cairo.

Fly from Cairo

If your flight to Sydney from Cairo is during daylight hours, you will get a good understanding of why Cairo is called the 'city of a thousand minarets'. Cairo is Africa's largest city, Egypt’s capital and the gateway to the country’s past. Known officially as ‘al-Qahirah’ or simply ‘Masr’, the Arabic term for Egypt as a whole, Cairo is one of the world's largest urban areas.

Perched just on the outskirts of Cairo are the magnificent Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. The Great Pyramid of Giza is the only wonder of the ancient world still in existence.Take a taxi or metro ride there and then rent a horse or walk around this spectacular monument.



Cairo is also home to a plethora of historic mosques, tombs and churches, in addition to modern-day shopping malls and hotels. The Egyptian Antiquities Museum, right in the centre of the city, is a must-see for all visitors wanting a better understanding of the country’s Pharaonic era.

Explore Khan-el-Khalili bazaar, home to hundreds of artisans and tradesmen, and relax with a shisha pipe, Egyptian delicacies and cardamom tea.

Cairo is also famous for its music and film industries, and today is a vibrant business and retail hub and home to the world's second-oldest university. If you want to escape from the bustle of the city, take a trip on the Nile in a graceful felucca sailing boat.

Sydney Airport

On your flight to Sydney from Cairo, you will land on one of Sydney Airport's three runways: colloquially known as the "East-West", "North-South" and "Third" runways.

Sydney Airport, also known as Kingsford Smith Airport, is the major airport serving Sydney, the busiest airport in Australia and one of the oldest continually operated airports in the world.

Sydney Airport handled 33.4 million passengers and 289,741 aircraft movements in 2009, making it the 28th busiest airport in the world.

Sydney Airport is located in the suburb of Mascot in Sydney, New South Wales, next to Botany Bay.

Etihad Diamond First Class and Pearl Business Class guests can make full use of the Air New Zealand Lounge at Sydney Airport.

• Airport Code - SYD
• Airport Name - Kingsford Smith
• City - Sydney
• Country - Australia
• Country Abbrev - AU
• Time Zone - GMT +10
• Telephone +61 (2) 9667 9111

On flights to Sydney from Cairo, you will take off from Terminal 1 of Cairo Airport, also known as Cairo International Airport. Located about 22km northeast of the city, Cairo Airport is the busiest airport in Egypt and second busiest airport in Africa.

In 2009, Cairo Airport served nearly 15 million passengers and handled just under 143,000 aircraft movements. The airport has three terminals, with the third (and largest) opened on April 27, 2009. Terminal 2 was closed in April 2010 for major renovation works to the building's structure and facilities.

Located at the crossroads of Africa, the Middle East and Europe, Cairo Airport is well-positioned to become a major hub in this region.

Etihad Airways Diamond First Class and Pearl Business Class passengers can use the facilities in the EAS Lounge and Airport Authority Lounge in Cairo Airport.

• Airport Code - CAI
• Airport Name - Cairo International
• City - Cairo
• Country - Egypt
• Country Abbrev - EG
• Time Zone - GMT +2
• Telephone +202 2-2655000