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Flight deals from Al Ain to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Al Ain Airport to Cairo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 8,194. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cairo.R 2,869 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Al Ain on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,869, select.
Cairo.R 2,919 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug.One-way flight with Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Al Ain on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,919, select.
Cairo.R 2,950 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug.One-way flight with Nile Air.Outbound direct flight with Nile Air departs from Al Ain on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,950, select.
Cairo.R 3,056 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Al Ain on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,056, select.
Cairo.R 3,073 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep.One-way flight with Nile Air.Outbound direct flight with Nile Air departs from Al Ain on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,073, select.
Cairo.R 3,094 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Nile Air.Outbound direct flight with Nile Air departs from Al Ain on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,094, select.
Cairo.R 3,366 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb.One-way flight with Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Al Ain on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,366, select.
Cairo.R 4,143 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul.One-way flight with Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Al Ain on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,143, select.
Cairo.R 4,153 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec.One-way flight with Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Al Ain on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,153, select.
Cairo.R 4,171 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Nile Air.Outbound direct flight with Nile Air departs from Al Ain on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,171, select.
Cairo.R 4,183 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Al Ain on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,183, select.
Cairo.R 7,145 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Al Ain on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,145, select.
Cairo.R 7,187 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun.One-way flight with Nile Air.Outbound direct flight with Nile Air departs from Al Ain on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,187, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Al Ain to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Al Ain to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from R 7,124
Jul
from R 4,131
Aug
from R 2,911
Sep
from R 3,064
Oct
from R 2,860
Nov
from R 3,047
Dec
from R 4,141
Jan
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Feb
from R 3,356
Mar
from R 4,171
Apr
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May
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Direct flights from Al Ain to Cairo

Al Ain to Cairo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Al Ain to Cairo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairo.

Cairo

15km from central Cairo
ClosestCheapest
from R 2,860
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Sphinx International

37km from central Cairo
from R 6,320
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Al Ain to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,869
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineNile Air
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Al Ain to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Al Ain to Cairo is R 5,736. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Al Ain to Cairo.
Nile Air flies direct from Al Ain to Cairo.
As of June 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Al Ain to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Al Ain to Cairo is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Al Ain Airport to Cairo Airport on Friday, 4 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 45 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Nile Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Flying from Al Ain Airport (AAN) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Al Ain Airport to Cairo Airport.

  • Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo two hours behind Al Ain.

  • Your AAN to CAI flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Flying during a peak month such as November? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Nile Air has direct flights from Al Ain Airport to Cairo Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if time allows.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Nile Air on this route.

  • Among carriers operating AAN to CAI flights, Nile Air has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • If you want to explore a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Al Ain Airport to Cairo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Amman Queen Alia Airport is a well-known stop between AAN and CAI.

How to find the cheapest flights from Al Ain Airport (AAN) to Cairo Airport (CAI)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Al Ain Airport to Cairo Airport flight is R 2,860. A round-trip fare is currently R 5,736. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • To score cheap tickets from AAN to CAI, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Al Ain Airport to Cairo Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from AAN to CAI couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Al Ain Airport to Cairo Airport.

Handy information about Al Ain Airport (AAN)

  • Al Ain Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart AAN reach their destination without delay.

  • Al Ain Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Al Ain. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your flight from Al Ain Airport to Cairo Airport off to a relaxed start. Only a short drive from AAN, book a night at Solo Comfort Stay 1 and be well-rested for the journey ahead.

Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to CAI if you're catching a late Al Ain Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Grab a Cairo Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.

  • For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Cairo Airport around one week in advance.

Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • Cairo Airport to central Cairo has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.

When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Al Ain Airport to Cairo Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Cairo in March.

  • The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your flights from Al Ain Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AAN to CAI around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Egypt

  • Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.

  • Port Said is another well-known destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without dropping by Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.

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