Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
A direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport takes on average 2 hours 55 minutes. The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which makes it 1 hour behind Riyadh.
There are 180 flights from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport every week. Catch the 00:25 flight if you want to be on your way as early as possible. If you're keen to leave later, the latest flight from RUH to CAI is 23:45.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Cairo holiday and explore this part of Egypt, these leading carriers fly the RUH to CAI route:
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RUH and CAI include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Tabuk Regional Airport
Hail Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from RUH to CAI, check whether you need a visa to enter Egypt. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated often. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport is $124. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $243. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flight tickets from RUH to CAI, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Take advantage of filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 33 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Need a handy hotel near RUH? If you're boarding an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Book a hotel close to CAI if you're taking a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Cairo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Cairo International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 40ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from RUH to CAI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about Cairo
Once you've locked in your flights from RUH to CAI, you'll need to find a place to stay in Cairo. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
Giza pyramids and Egyptian Museum are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Cairo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Khan El-Khalili.
Complete your Cairo trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Cairo International Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Cairo stay.