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CAI Cairo International Airport

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Cairo International Airport (CAI) is an airport serving Cairo, Egypt.

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    Riyadh(RUH)
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    Jeddah(JED)
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    NP251
    Riyadh(RUH)
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    SM303
    Istanbul(IST)
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    MS689
    Riyadh(RUH)
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    MS797
    Vienna(VIE)
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    MS787
    Munich(MUC)
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    MS767
    Barcelona(BCN)
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    NP51
    Sharm El Sheikh(SSH)
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    F3614
    Riyadh(RUH)
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    E5987
    Istanbul(SAW)
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    NP105
    Gassim(ELQ)
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    SM231
    Tripoli(MJI)
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    SV300
    Jeddah(JED)
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    NP127
    Jeddah(JED)
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    MS789
    Prague(PRG)
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    QR1308
    Doha(DOH)
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    SM467
    Riyadh(RUH)
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    NP191
    Istanbul(SAW)
    On time
  • 13:05
    NP139
    Hail(HAS)
    On time
  • 13:05
    12:35
    MS637
    Baghdad(BGW)
    Delayed by 30 m

About CAI Airport

Cairo International Airport (CAI) is Egypt’s busiest air gateway, serving Greater Cairo with three main passenger terminals (Terminals 1, 2 and 3) and a mix of full-service and low-cost carriers including EgyptAir, which uses CAI as its primary hub, plus several regional and international airlines. Regular routes connect Cairo to major destinations across the Middle East, Europe, Africa and Asia, with frequent flights to Dubai, London, Riyadh and Istanbul. Travelers can check the online flight board for up-to-date arrivals and departures, and should allow extra time for security and customs during peak periods.

Where flights from Cairo International Airport do not go every day

Airlines fly daily to 52 destinations from Cairo International Airport; another 59 are served only on certain days of the week. Most destinations are reachable on Sunday (85); fewest on Monday (72).

DestinationDeparture daysDeparts
Bergamo (BGY)E5 · NP · UJMon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun08:30 and 5 more departures that week
Taif (TIF)E5 · NP · MSTue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun04:05 and 5 more departures that week
Barcelona (BCN)MS · VYMon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun00:10 and 2 more departures that week
Zurich (ZRH)LX · MSMon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat03:50 and 2 more departures that week
Duesseldorf (DUS)E6 · EW · MSTue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun10:40 and 2 more departures that week
Al-Jawf (AJF)NP · SMTue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun00:20 and 2 more departures that week
Hail (HAS)E5 · NPMon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat06:50 and 3 more departures that week
Abuja (ABV)MSMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun11:10 / 11:20
Erbil (EBL)MS · IATue, Wed, Thu, Sat00:40 and 2 more departures that week
Beijing (PEK)MS · CAMon, Wed, Fri, Sun01:05 / 14:15
Warsaw (WAW)LOMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat03:10 / 05:05
Mumbai (BOM)MSMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat17:35
Brussels (BRU)MSMon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun11:05 / 11:35
Copenhagen (CPH)MSMon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun11:10
Dublin (DUB)MSTue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun09:30
Ankara (ESB)TKMon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun13:55 and 3 more departures that week
N'djamena (NDJ)MSTue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun09:30
Accra (ACC)MSMon, Wed, Fri, Sat09:50
Budapest (BUD)MSTue, Fri, Sat, Sun12:20
Delhi (DEL)MSMon, Fri, Sat, Sun00:59

Another 39 destinations operate less often.

Carrier timetable as of July 27, 2026, for the current scheduling season. Individual charter and seasonal services may be missing or incomplete.

How do I get to and from Cairo International Airport?

Cairo International Airport is served by a mix of transport options. Travelers commonly use airport express buses and city bus services that link to central Cairo and nearby districts, while taxis and ride‑hailing services provide door‑to‑door trips. Many passengers arrive or depart by private car; on‑site car rental counters and short‑term/long‑term parking areas are available. Transfers to onward regional transport are straightforward from the terminals.

How do the terminals work at Cairo International Airport?

CAI operates multiple passenger terminals that separate international and some domestic services; check your ticket or airline for the correct terminal before travel. Each terminal has dedicated check‑in areas, security screening and passport control for international flights, and clear signage for baggage reclaim and arrivals halls. Inter‑terminal transfer is possible by shuttle or transfer corridor; allow extra time if moving between terminals for connections.

Tips for flying from Cairo International Airport

Plan extra time for check‑in and security, especially during peak hours, holidays and Hajj/Umrah seasons. Carry travel documents, visas and any required health paperwork easily accessible for passport control. Expect busy immigration lines on arrival and allow time for baggage reclaim. Keep valuables with you, confirm terminal details with your airline in advance, and allow generous connection times when changing airlines or terminals.

Frequently asked questions

The IATA airport code for Cairo International Airport is CAI.

CAI Airport
Cairo International Airport
Cairo, Egypt · GMT+3

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