Aerial view of historic mosques with Cairo cityscape backdrop, showcasing Islamic architecture. — flights from Muscat to Cairo
Muscat, OmanCairo, Egypt

Flights from Muscat to Cairo

Nonstop flights from Muscat (MCT) to Cairo (CAI) take about 3h 57m (2,757 km). Egyptair and Oman Air fly it. Lowest fare seen: $168 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 Muscat →1 lounge at Muscat 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

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Airlines flying Muscat to Cairo

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

✈ Egyptairnonstop fare seen✈ Oman Airnonstop fare seen

Muscat to Cairo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $139 one-way. With stops: Oct 2026, from $110. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$13927 Oct 2026$110 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$15021 Nov 2026$114 · 1 stop2 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$1646 Dec 2026$138 · 1 stop4 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$2416 Jan 2027 · Oman Air$198 · 1 stop6 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$22017 Feb 2027 · Oman Air$202 · 1 stop17 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$20031 Mar 2027 · Oman Air—
Apr 2027$21410 Apr 2027 · Oman Air$197 · 1 stop10 Apr 2027
Aug 2027$2181 Aug 2027 · Oman Air$201 · 1 stop1 Aug 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $110 in October 2026, against $138 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 (Muscat 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 — Muscat to Cairo flights

How long is the flight from Muscat to Cairo?
A nonstop flight from Muscat (MCT) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 3h 57m, covering 2,757 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 Muscat from Cairo by air?
The great-circle distance between Muscat International Airport and Cairo International Airport is 2,757 km (1,713 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Muscat to Cairo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MCT–CAI route include Egyptair and Oman Air. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Muscat to Cairo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MCT–CAI was $168 USD with Egyptair (nonstop), departing 18 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 Muscat to Cairo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $110 one-way, against $202 for February 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Muscat to Cairo?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $94 with one stop against $168 nonstop, a saving of $74. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Oman 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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