Travelling from Dubai to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Dubai to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the main airports in Dubai.
3 hours 55 minutes is the average duration of a direct Dubai to Cairo International Airport flight.
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours behind Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) is the most popular route. There are 55 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Emirates at 10pm. Choose the first DXB to CAI departure operated by EgyptAir at 5am if you'd rather get a move on.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Dubai to CAI.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Reach your destination without the detour from Dubai Airport (DXB). Nonstop flights from Dubai to Cairo International Airport (CAI) are available from here.
Emirates is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Dubai to Cairo International Airport taking off from DXB.
Most travellers choose to book seats with Emirates from DXB to CAI.
Among carriers on this route, Emirates has the best record for on-time arrivals.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Dubai to CAI with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DXB and CAI include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Cairo International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Work a stopover into your journey at Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME). It's a key transfer point for flights from Dubai to Cairo International Airport (CAI) leaving Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport.
You can reach DWC from central Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to CAI flight:
56.64% of all departures from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Cairo International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near CAI and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo to explore Cairo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Dubai to Cairo International Airport flight.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Cairo. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
At the moment, R 1,711 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Cairo International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,727. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Dubai to CAI by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
July is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Dubai to Cairo International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Dubai to CAI is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Dubai to Cairo International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Dubai to Cairo International Airport (CAI). August is when most people travel to Cairo. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in April.
When booking your Dubai to CAI plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Cairo International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cairo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cairo right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Cairo International Airport:
Your Cairo trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Gizeh Plateau, Pyramid and giza pyramids.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've experienced Cairo. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Egypt, consider Port Said, roughly 153 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Old Historical buildings and Museum of Modern Art in Port Said are key reasons to visit.