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Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Cairo

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

Direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo

Riyadh to Cairo: Alternative routes

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

Riyadh to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 821
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineSaudia
Average flights per week141

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Cairo is R 1,800. 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.
2 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Cairo.
Saudia, Flynas and EgyptAir fly direct from Riyadh to Cairo.
As of July 2025, there are 140 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Cairo is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Cairo Airport on Friday, 3 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 53 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, flyadeal offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport.

  • The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Riyadh.

  • Every week, there are 180 King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, select the 00:25 Saudia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 23:40 with Saudia.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your RUH to CAI flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • You'll find plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Travel nonstop to Cairo with these popular carriers and get to know this exciting part of Egypt:

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air Arabia Egypt.

  • With a reliable 95.25% of services arriving on schedule, flynas is the most punctual carrier operating RUH to CAI flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between RUH and CAI:

    • Tabuk Regional Airport

    • King Abdulaziz International Airport

    • Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • R 821 is currently the lowest price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,800. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from RUH to CAI by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

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

  • Landing cheap flights from RUH to CAI is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

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

Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • King Khaled International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled 86.76% of the time.

  • Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near RUH. Whether you have an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:

  • Grab a Cairo International Airport rental car and discover Cairo and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Cairo International Airport about one week ahead 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 around 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Cairo. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to visit 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). Look for cheap tickets from RUH to CAI sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Egypt

  • Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've experienced Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.

  • Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.

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