How much does a taxi from Cairo International Airport to Cairo cost?

Official metered taxis from Cairo International Airport to Cairo cost EGP 400-700 ($8-14) fixed rate to central Cairo. Journey time is 30-75 min traffic.

Is Uber cheaper than a taxi at Cairo International Airport?

Yes — Uber typically costs EGP 200-400 ($4-8) — Uber + Careem vs EGP 400-700 ($8-14) fixed rate to central Cairo for a taxi.

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Cairo International Airport Taxi vs Uber

Real prices, official pickup locations, scam warnings and the cheapest way from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Cairo city centre.

Official Taxi

EGP 400-700 ($8-14) fixed rate to central Cairo

30-75 min traffic

White metered taxis (regulated) + airport fixed-rate rank

Uber

EGP 200-400 ($4-8) — Uber + Careem

Both Uber + Careem active — designated ride-share pickup

Cheapest way

Uber/Careem app + Cairo Metro (EGP 8 ~$0.16) from Al Shohadaa if arriving during day.

Where to catch an official taxi

T2 + T3 arrivals — white metered taxis + fixed-rate rank

How to avoid taxi scams at Cairo International Airport

CAIRO TAXI SCAMS: Airport touts claim "hotel closed" or "your hotel moved" — always independently verify.
White taxi drivers may claim "meter broken" — walk away, plenty more available.
Uber/Careem prices are 40-60% cheaper + fixed — massively preferred.

Skip the queue — pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No haggling, no scam risk, driver meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. Locks price before you fly.

Getting out of Cairo (CAI)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Currency

EGP

English-friendly

Medium

Tipping

10-15% for good service.