What is the ICAO code for Cairo International Airport?

The ICAO code for Cairo International Airport is HECA.

Where is Cairo International Airport located?

Cairo International Airport (CAI) is located in Cairo, Egypt.

What time zone is Cairo International Airport in?

The local time zone at Cairo International Airport (CAI) is Africa/Cairo (GMT+3).

How many flights depart from Cairo International Airport?

About 263 scheduled departures were counted at Cairo International Airport (CAI) when flight schedules were last measured on September 4, 2026.

How early should I arrive at Cairo International Airport?

For international flights, arrive at least 3 hours before departure; for domestic flights, about 2 hours.

How can I see live flights at Cairo International Airport?

The board on this page shows arrivals and departures for Cairo International Airport (CAI). It re-checks for updates while the page is open, and every board states how old its data is — busy hubs are refreshed within hours, quieter airports less often.

CAI Cairo International Airport · Arrivals

Local time

Updated 9 min ago · 170 arrivals on the board

15:35
MS611
Kuwait(KWI)
On time
15:39
15:45
SV315
Madinah(MED)
Baggage claim
15:40
XY571
Jeddah(JED)
Baggage claim
15:41
15:45
OS71
Vienna(VIE)
On time
15:45
SM476
Jeddah(JED)
On time
15:45
YI592
Tripoli(MJI)
On time
16:05
MS974
Delhi(DEL)
On time
16:05
E5590
Tabuk(TUU)
On time
16:20
MS844
Tunis(TUN)
On time
16:20
MS738
Istanbul(IST)
On time
16:22
16:10
SV319
Madinah(MED)
On time
16:35
MS784
London(LHR)
On time
16:45
UJ8055
Aswan(ASW)
On time
16:55
17:00
TO4330
Paris(ORY)
On time
16:55
NE163
Riyadh(RUH)
On time
16:56
16:50
SV305
Jeddah(JED)
On time
16:59
17:25
BA396
London(LHR)
On time
17:05
17:10
MS984
Los Angeles(LAX)
On time
17:05
E5543
Bergamo(BGY)
On time
17:10
MS936
Doha(DOH)
On time
17:10
MS250
Aswan(ASW)
On time
17:15
XY275
Riyadh(RUH)
On time
17:20
MS866
Port Sudan(PZU)
On time
17:20
XY577
Jeddah(JED)
On time
17:25
E5382
Jeddah(JED)
On time
17:25
NE331
Istanbul(SAW)
On time
17:40
SM218
Amman(AMM)
On time
17:44
17:55
QR1301
Doha(DOH)
On time
17:45
KU541
Kuwait(KWI)
On time
17:55
MS67
Luxor(LXR)
On time

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.

Frequently asked questions

The IATA airport code for Cairo International Airport is CAI.

CAI Cairo International Airport · Arrivals

How do I get to and from Cairo International Airport?

How do the terminals work at Cairo International Airport?

Frequently asked questions

What is the IATA code for Cairo International Airport?

What is the ICAO code for Cairo International Airport?

Where is Cairo International Airport located?

What time zone is Cairo International Airport in?

How many flights depart from Cairo International Airport?

How early should I arrive at Cairo International Airport?

How can I see live flights at Cairo International Airport?

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