The main scam at CAI
Cairo taxi scams are widespread. NEVER accept driver offers in arrivals — always use Uber, Careem, or a metered white/yellow taxi from the official rank. Insist on the meter or use the app.
Do
- Use the OFFICIAL prepaid taxi counter inside arrivals
- Use Uber / Grab / Bolt / Careem / DiDi if available (app-based, fixed price)
- Insist on the meter or agreed fixed rate BEFORE entering the vehicle
- Verify the driver's license plate matches your receipt
- Pre-book a transfer for zero scam risk (see below)
Don't
- Never accept rides from drivers approaching you inside arrivals
- Never enter a taxi without confirming meter/price first
- Avoid taxi ranks OUTSIDE the official signposted zone
- Do not pay in cash without seeing the meter reading
- Never hand over your passport or luggage to hold as "security"
Official safe options at CAI
Uber / Careem
ride share
Cost: EGP 300-600 (~$6-12)
Time: 40-90 min
Book from Uber/Careem designated zone in arrivals.
Metered white/yellow airport taxi
taxi
Cost: EGP 300-600
Time: 40-90 min
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer — zero scam risk
The safest option for first-time visitors to Cairo: driver meets you inside arrivals with your name, price locked before you fly, no queues, no negotiation.
Getting out of Cairo (CAI)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
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See full transport guide →Frequently asked
How do I avoid taxi scams at Cairo International Airport?
Cairo taxi scams are widespread. NEVER accept driver offers in arrivals — always use Uber, Careem, or a metered white/yellow taxi from the official rank. Insist on the meter or use the app.
What is the official taxi rank at Cairo International Airport?
The official Cairo airport taxi options are: Uber / Careem (EGP 300-600 (~$6-12), 40-90 min); Metered white/yellow airport taxi (EGP 300-600, 40-90 min).
Is Uber safer than a taxi at Cairo International Airport?
App-based ride-share (Uber, Grab, Careem, Bolt or similar depending on region) is generally the safest option for tourists at Cairo International Airport — pricing is locked before pickup, no negotiation, driver + vehicle details are recorded. If ride-share is unavailable, use the OFFICIAL prepaid taxi counter inside arrivals (not lobby touts).
Should I pre-book a transfer from Cairo International Airport?
Pre-booking a fixed-price airport transfer eliminates all scam risk: no queues, no negotiation, driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price is locked before you fly. This is the most tourist-friendly option, especially for first-time visitors to Cairo.