Aerial view of historic mosques with Cairo cityscape backdrop, showcasing Islamic architecture. — flights from Abu Dhabi to Cairo
Abu Dhabi, UAECairo, Egypt

Flights from Abu Dhabi to Cairo

Nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Cairo (CAI) take about 3h 28m (2,378 km). Egyptair, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $131 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Cairo

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Air Cairo Airbus A320 flying against a blue sky, showcasing the airline's logo and design. — arriving in Cairo

Airport transfer

CAI → Cairo, booked before you fly

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Abu Dhabi →1 lounge at Abu Dhabi AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresCAI to Cairo: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Cairo →1 drop-off point, from $3.90

Things to book in Cairo

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Airlines flying Abu Dhabi to Cairo

Carriers on AUH–CAI according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Egyptairnonstop fare seen✈ Air Arabia Abu Dhabinonstop fare seen✈ Etihad Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Abu Dhabi to Cairo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $151 one-way. With stops: Oct 2026, from $116. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$15125 Oct 2026 · Egyptair$116 · 1 stop24 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$15521 Nov 2026 · Air Arabia Abu Dhabi$117 · 1 stop13 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$19731 Dec 2026 · Air Arabia Abu Dhabi$157 · 1 stop24 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$17610 Jan 2027 · Air Arabia Abu Dhabi$170 · 1 stop3 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$17410 Feb 2027 · Air Arabia Abu Dhabi$165 · 1 stop3 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$20410 Mar 2027 · Egyptair$178 · 1 stop3 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$1963 Apr 2027 · Egyptair$176 · 1 stop3 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $116 in October 2026, against $157 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 7 of 7 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Abu Dhabi to Cairo, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Cairo

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Egypt is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Abu Dhabi to Cairo flights

How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Cairo?
A nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 3h 28m, covering 2,378 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Abu Dhabi from Cairo by air?
The great-circle distance between Zayed International Airport and Cairo International Airport is 2,378 km (1,478 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Abu Dhabi to Cairo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the AUH–CAI route include Egyptair, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Abu Dhabi to Cairo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on AUH–CAI was $131 USD with Egyptair (nonstop), departing 30 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to Cairo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $116 one-way, against $178 for March 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Abu Dhabi to Cairo?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $120 with one stop against $131 nonstop, a saving of $11. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from UAE to Egypt?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Egypt visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Cairo?
Egypt is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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