Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Dubai: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai.
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 2 hours ahead of Cairo.
With 76 flights a week between the two airports, Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 00:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from CAI to DXB is with EgyptAir at 23:35.
To ensure you catch your flight from CAI to Dubai, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Dubai are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) is where you'll arrive.
Get on board with EgyptAir. This popular airline operates direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Dubai.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from CAI to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
If you hold a passport from Egypt, you'll need an e-visa to visit United Arab Emirates. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Cairo International Airport to Dubai for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before you fly.
CAI is about 21 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near CAI? If you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Dubai
ج.م. 5,283 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to Dubai. Return flights start from ج.م. 7,000. These prices may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from CAI to Dubai by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Dubai. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Cairo International Airport to Dubai. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai is about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 49 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
As soon as your flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 5 minutes.
After your flight from CAI to Dubai, kick back at a hotel close to DWC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Dubai, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from CAI to Dubai sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are essential stops on your Dubai itinerary.
Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Dubai and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare options in one go to find your ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Cairo International Airport to Dubai.
