Aerial view of historic mosques with Cairo cityscape backdrop, showcasing Islamic architecture. — flights from Beijing to Cairo
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Flights from Beijing to Cairo

Nonstop flights from Beijing (PEK) to Cairo (CAI) take about 9h 55m (7,535 km). Egyptair and Air China fly it. Lowest fare seen: $484 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Cairo

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

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Beijing to Cairo

Carriers on PEK–CAI according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Egyptairnonstop fare seen✈ Air Chinanonstop fare seen

Beijing to Cairo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $484 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $393. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$82830 Oct 2026 · Air China$461 · 3 stops29 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$48421 Nov 2026 · Egyptair$393 · 1 stop21 Nov 2026 · Hainan Airlines
Dec 2026$5462 Dec 2026 · Air China$407 · 1 stop3 Dec 2026 · Hainan Airlines
Jan 2027$77215 Jan 2027 · Egyptair$443 · 1 stop15 Jan 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $393 for November 2026, $407 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Beijing 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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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

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 — Beijing to Cairo flights

How long is the flight from Beijing to Cairo?
A nonstop flight from Beijing (PEK) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 9h 55m, covering 7,535 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 Beijing from Cairo by air?
The great-circle distance between Beijing Capital International Airport and Cairo International Airport is 7,535 km (4,682 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Beijing to Cairo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PEK–CAI route include Egyptair and Air China. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Beijing to Cairo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PEK–CAI was $484 USD with Egyptair (nonstop), departing 21 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 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 Beijing to Cairo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $393 one-way, against $461 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Beijing to Cairo?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $393 with one stop against $484 nonstop, a saving of $91. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from China 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 22 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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