About Cairo International Airport
Cairo International Airport (CAI) is Egypt's busiest airport and the gateway to Cairo and the Pyramids.
In our search over 29 November to 6 December 2026, Nile Air flies direct from Sharm El Sheikh; Air Cairo flies direct from Luxor and Hurghada; Nesma Airlines flies direct from Aswan; SKY express flies direct from Athens; Transavia France flies direct from Marseille and Bordeaux. The fares below are dated.
Taxis, ride-hailing and airport buses connect the airport with central Cairo in about 30 to 60 minutes.
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Cheap Flights to Cairo International Airport
Lowest one-way fares to Cairo from popular departure cities
*All above fares are one way/round trip. Fares incl. all fuel surcharges, taxes & fees and our service fees. Displayed fares are subject to change and cannot be guaranteed at the time of booking. See all booking terms and conditions.
Cheapest Routes to Cairo International Airport
Lowest one-way fares we found for 29 November to 6 December 2026 on direct and one-stop itineraries booked on a single ticket. Fares change often, so check your own dates.
| From | Airline | Stops | Duration | Date | Fare from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharm El Sheikh (SSH) | Nile Air | Direct | 1h 10m | 30 Nov | $63 |
| Luxor (LXR) | Air Cairo | Direct | 1h 0m | 29 Nov | $65 |
| Aswan (ASW) | Nesma Airlines | Direct | 1h 25m | 30 Nov | $79 |
| Hurghada (HRG) | Air Cairo | Direct | 1h 5m | 3 Dec | $80 |
| Athens (ATH) | SKY express | Direct | 2h 5m | 4 Dec | $84 |
| Marseille (MRS) | Transavia France | Direct | 4h 15m | 6 Dec | $87 |
| Bordeaux (BOD) | Transavia France | Direct | 4h 30m | 6 Dec | $87 |
Airlines Flying to Cairo International Airport
Carriers that showed up in our search for this airport
Nile Air
Nile Air flights to Cairo International Airport appeared in our search from 1 city, with one-way fares starting at $63 for 29 November to 6 December 2026.
Routes: Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)
Air Cairo
Air Cairo flights to Cairo International Airport appeared in our search from 2 cities, with one-way fares starting at $65 for 29 November to 6 December 2026.
Routes: Luxor (LXR), Hurghada (HRG)
Nesma Airlines
Nesma Airlines flights to Cairo International Airport appeared in our search from 1 city, with one-way fares starting at $79 for 29 November to 6 December 2026.
Routes: Aswan (ASW)
SKY express
SKY express flights to Cairo International Airport appeared in our search from 1 city, with one-way fares starting at $84 for 29 November to 6 December 2026.
Routes: Athens (ATH)
Transavia France
Transavia France flights to Cairo International Airport appeared in our search from 2 cities, with one-way fares starting at $87 for 29 November to 6 December 2026.
Routes: Marseille (MRS), Bordeaux (BOD)
Things to Do Near Cairo International Airport
Highlights around Cairo
Giza Pyramids
The Great Pyramid and the Sphinx.
Egyptian Museum
The collection of the pharaohs.
Khan el-Khalili
A historic market in Islamic Cairo.
Nile River
Felucca rides and riverside cafés.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about flying to Cairo International Airport
Which airport serves Cairo?
Cairo International Airport (CAI) serves Cairo, Egypt. It is about 15 km northeast of central Cairo.
Are there direct flights to Cairo?
Yes. In our search over 29 November to 6 December 2026 we found direct flights from Sharm El Sheikh (Nile Air), Luxor (Air Cairo), Aswan (Nesma Airlines), Hurghada (Air Cairo), Athens (SKY express), Marseille (Transavia France), Bordeaux (Transavia France). Availability varies by date.
What is the cheapest way to fly to Cairo?
The lowest fare we found was US$63 one-way, direct from Sharm El Sheikh on Nile Air, on 30 Nov 2026. Fares change often, so compare dates.
Do I need a visa to visit Egypt?
Entry rules depend on your passport. Check the current visa requirements before you book.
What currency is used in Cairo?
Egypt uses the Egyptian pound (EGP).
