Cheap Flights from Amsterdam to Cairo

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Flight deals from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo

Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairo.

Amsterdam to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$471
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time4 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineEgyptAir
Average flights per week17

Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo is $471. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo.
EgyptAir, Ethiopian Airlines and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo.
As of March 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Cairo Airport on Monday, 31 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AJet and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • 4 hours 35 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport. Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Amsterdam and operates on the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport start from 09:45 — the earliest with EgyptAir. The last departure is the 15:40 option with EgyptAir. Overall, there are 10 weekly services from AMS to CAI.

  • Flying during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Jetting into Cairo (and then discovering more of Egypt!) is a breeze with EgyptAir. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport.

  • To break up your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the AMS - CAI route include:

    • Brussels Airport

    • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport

    • Dusseldorf International Airport

  • To find out whether you need a visa to enter Egypt, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you all the necessary information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from AMS to CAI.

How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • $263 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport. A return flight starts from $471. These fares can change based on availability.

  • Book 3 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from AMS to CAI.

  • Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from AMS to CAI is straightforward with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Use filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • The journey from central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a convenient hotel near AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 31 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from AMS to CAI sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Cairo

  • Start your Cairo trip right by finding a great stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from AMS to CAI, browse our range of hotel options including:

  • Giza pyramids and Egyptian Museum are a couple of top attractions to add to your Cairo must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Khan El-Khalili.

Complete your Cairo trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've locked in your cheap ticket to Cairo International Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Cairo.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.