Question 1

How long does it take to fly from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?

Accepted Answer

Book a ticket with Etihad Airways and you'll be cruising the skies for about 4 hours and 35 minutes. This carrier operates a direct flight that jets off at 4:30PM from AUH and gets to CAI at 8:05PM. Expedia has some epic flight deals, so check out what's on offer on this route today.

Question 2

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) last minute?

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When it comes to booking your flights, being prepared pays dividends. While you may be able to score a last-minute deal on an Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo Intl. Airport flight, tickets usually don't get cheaper as the date of departure nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to book a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days ahead. For international journeys it's three to four months.

Question 3

What airline has the least delays from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?

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Depart with Etihad Airways from AUH to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) and touch down at the time printed on your plane ticket. This carrier tops the list on this route, with an on-time score of 70%. If your flight is delayed for some reason, the Expedia App will keep you in the loop. Our useful app provides real-time trip alerts, from flight delays to gate changes and more.

Question 4

What airports do you fly into for Cairo from Abu Dhabi?

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You can make your way from Abu Dhabi to Cairo through both Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) and Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.). Come in to land at Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) and you'll be about 18 kilometers to the northeast of the heart of Cairo. Check in to your new digs and then discover some of this city's favorite sights, including Egyptian Museum and Cairo Tower.

Question 5

What are the most popular departure times for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Cairo Intl. Airport?

Accepted Answer

For Etihad Airways flights jetting out from AUH to Cairo Intl. Airport, the most popular departure times are between 3:00 AM - 4:00 AM. If you want to avoid holdups, fly out in the morning. This way you're more likely to escape the heavy air traffic that builds up around airports in the afternoon.

Question 6

Can I change the date of my flight from AUH to Cairo Intl. Airport?

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It's so easy to make amendments to your Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) journey yourself. Simply go to the Expedia Trips portal and select "change flight." Look around for new flights and lock in the one that fits your new plans. You'll get an estimate of the extra charges, if applicable. Alternatively, use our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to all your questions.

Origin airport	Abu Dhabi Intl.
Destination airport	Cairo Intl.
Airlines serving	Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, EGYPTAIR, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudia, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price	AED1,070
Distance	2364 km
Average flight time	2 hours 10 mins

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