What percentage of Dubai to Cairo flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 55.4% of flights from Dubai to Cairo are direct. For journeys that include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This means that a significant portion of flights on this route offer the convenience of a non-stop journey.

How many hours is the flight from Dubai to Cairo?

A direct flight from Dubai to Cairo typically takes approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time extends to about 8 hours and 40 minutes. The direct route covers a distance of 2415 kilometers, offering a relatively quick journey between the two cities.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Dubai to Cairo?

Historically, good prices on flights from Dubai to Cairo have been frequent. This route is consistently observed to have competitive pricing. Travelers can often find favorable deals when planning their trips between these two cities.

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Dubai to Cairo: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Cairo

A typical journey from Dubai to Cairo takes about 3h 50m, including connecting itineraries. For flights that involve connections, the median travel time extends to 8h 55m, while direct flights from Dubai to Cairo also average 3h 50m. This route is classified as a medium-haul flight, covering a distance of 2415 kilometers.

When looking for cheap flights from Dubai to Cairo, fares typically range from $303–$594, with a median price of $450. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 19% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Cairo, you will find that January stands out with a median fare of $210. Other cost-effective months include April, with a median fare of $229, and September, where the median fare is $292.

For this route, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest connect once. Specifically, 55.4% of recent fares were for direct flights. For itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Cairo

Regular price: $308 - $542

Prices for flights from Dubai to Cairo are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Dubai to Cairo is between 308 USD and 542 USD. The current lowest deal is 264 USD with Kuwait Airways, for travel from Jan 6 to Jan 11.

now $264

Low $308

High $542

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Cairo

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Cairo is January, with a median price of $172. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $643. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $172

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $643

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Direct flights from Dubai to Cairo

Air Cairo

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Cairo

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Cairo

Dubai (DXB) - Cairo (CAI)

Flynas

$584

$363

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Cairo

Dubai (DXB) - Cairo (CAI)

Flynas

$581

$363

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

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DXB - Cairo

Dubai (DXB) - Cairo (CAI)

Flynas

$571

$406

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Cairo

Dubai (DXB) - Cairo (CAI)

Flynas

$544

$360

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Cairo

Dubai (DXB) - Cairo (CAI)

Flynas

$556

$379

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Cairo

Dubai (DXB) - Cairo (CAI)

Flynas

$522

$327

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dubai to Cairo

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

$584 → $363

38%

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$581 → $363

38%

1 night

Aug 3 - Aug 4

$522 → $327

37%

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

$544 → $360

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Cairo

Dubai - Cairo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Dubai to Cairo are near the typical level of $450.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $172

Historically, January, April, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 50m

Direct flights typically take 3h 50m, while connecting flights average 8h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

55.4% of recent flights are direct

Over the last 90 days, 55.4% of flights from Dubai to Cairo were direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Cairo offers direct flights

Air Cairo is one airline that offers direct flights on the Dubai to Cairo route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Dubai to Cairo are classified as frequent over the last 30 days.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Cheapest

Dubai Bus Station offers a budget-friendly option for flights from Dubai to Cairo.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$292

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International is an alternative departure point for flights from Dubai to Cairo.

📍 ~36 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$698

Dubai International (DXB)

Dubai International is a major hub for flights from Dubai to Cairo.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$302

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International provides another option for flights from Dubai to Cairo.

📍 ~28 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$292

Cairo main airports to arrive at

Cairo International (CAI)

Cheapest

Cairo International Airport is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Dubai to Cairo.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$264

Airports nearby Cairo used as alternative

Sphinx International Airport (SPX)

Sphinx International Airport is a useful alternative due to its proximity to Cairo and Giza.

📍 ~45 km from Cairo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$271

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairo

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Dubai to Cairo is typically 14-27 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period have shown an average price of $280. Booking 7-13 days out sees an average price of $442, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure can result in an average price of $702. Planning within the 14-27 day window generally offers the most favorable prices.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Dubai to Cairo is considered to be $303 or less. The median price for this route has been $450. Prices tend to increase significantly beyond this threshold, with 75% of prices observed at $594 or higher.

Historically, January and April have offered some of the cheapest flights from Dubai to Cairo, with median prices of $210 and $229 respectively. September also shows competitive pricing, with a median of $292. Across the trailing quarter, the annual median price for this route was $450, indicating that these months represent significant savings compared to the yearly average.

Dubai to Cairo: Overview