Cairo International Airport (IATA: CAI) is a key aviation hub serving Cairo and the wider Egypt region. The airport operates 3 passenger terminals, handling millions of passengers annually.
Train and metro offer the fastest connections (20–40 min). Buses and shared shuttles are the most affordable. Taxis and rideshare apps (Uber, Bolt) are ideal with luggage or in groups.
Cairo International Airport has 3 terminals with duty-free retail, restaurants, business lounges, family zones and prayer rooms. Free WiFi is available throughout.
Multiple lounges are accessible via Priority Pass, Amex Platinum, airline status or day-pass purchase. Amenities include complimentary food and drinks, fast WiFi and shower facilities.
Short-stay, long-stay and meet-and-greet options are available at Cairo International Airport. Pre-booking online saves 30–50% versus paying at the gate.
Top-rated tours and experiences in Cairo, ranked by traveller rating. Prices are per person and change with date and group size.
Nightly rates in Cairo for a sample two-night stay for two adults from 29 Sep 2026, cheapest first. Rates move with your dates — check availability for a live quote.
| Destination | Airline | Stops | Departs | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxor (LXR) | Air Cairo | Direct | 14 Sep | €116 |
| Hurghada (HRG) | EgyptAir | Direct | 30 Aug | €119 |
| Medina (MED) | Saudia | 2 stops | 30 Oct | €126 |
| Jeddah (JED) | Saudia | Direct | 3 Oct | €136 |
| Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) | EgyptAir | Direct | 30 Aug | €137 |
| Istanbul (IST) | Pegasus Airlines | Direct | 26 Sep | €140 |
| Kuwait City (KWI) | Jazeera Airways | Direct | 29 Sep | €156 |
| Ad Dammam (DMM) | Saudia | 1 stop | 15 Sep | €176 |
| Riyadh (RUH) | Saudia | Direct | 15 Sep | €184 |
| Dubai (DXB) | Saudia | 1 stop | 4 Oct | €194 |
| Paris (PAR) | EC | Direct | 30 Sep | €195 |
| Milan (MIL) | Air Arabia Egypt | Direct | 11 Oct | €198 |
