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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zayed International to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Zayed International to Cairo

Zayed International to Cairo: Alternative routes

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

Abu Dhabi to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,069
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week114

Finding cheap flights from Zayed International to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zayed International to Cairo is R 4,241. 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 58 minutes is the average flight time from Zayed International to Cairo.
Etihad Airways, EgyptAir and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi fly direct from Zayed International to Cairo.
As of May 2025, there are 114 flights per week flying from Zayed International to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Cairo is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zayed International Airport to Cairo Airport on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 58 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, Saudia and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo International Airport.

  • Cairo is two hours behind Abu Dhabi and is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Every week, there are 66 Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, select the 00:50 EgyptAir flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 23:55 with Hi Fly Malta.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your AUH to CAI flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as February? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • With direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo International Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Cairo (and then other destinations in Egypt) is easy. You can travel nonstop with:

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Hi Fly Malta on this route.

  • Among carriers operating AUH to CAI flights, Etihad Airways has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AUH and CAI:

    • Bahrain International Airport

    • King Khaled International Airport

    • King Abdulaziz International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • Right now, R 2,069 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,241. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from AUH to CAI.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from AUH to CAI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • 78.54% of flights that depart Abu Dhabi International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Abu Dhabi International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to AUH:

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • If you have a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near CAI:

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

  • Booking your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • Cairo International Airport to the centre of Cairo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Lock in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you want to explore Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AUH to CAI sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Egypt

  • You've visited Cairo, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its leading attractions. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Port Said is another sought-after destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without dropping by Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.

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