Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
2 hours 12 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Cairo is 1 hour behind Jeddah and operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
There are 313 flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cairo International Airport weekly. Jump on the 00:05 flight if you want to leave as early as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from JED to CAI is at 23:55.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cairo International Airport, so jetting to Cairo (and then discovering more of Egypt!) is easy. The most popular carriers flying between JED and CAI include:
If you want to break up your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cairo International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. The top stopovers on the JED - CAI route are:
Luxor International Airport
Aswan International Airport
Mubarak International Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Egypt. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before locking in your cheap ticket from JED to CAI, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cairo International Airport is RM341. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM695. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from JED to CAI.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cairo International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
To get to King Abdulaziz International Airport from central Jeddah, it'll take about 21 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel close to JED? If you've booked an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cairo International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Consider booking a hotel near CAI if you're on a late flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to central Cairo is about 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It typically takes 1 hour and 26 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from JED to CAI sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Cairo
As soon as you've booked your flights from JED to CAI, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Cairo. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are must-do's during your Cairo adventure.
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 place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Cairo.