Travelling from Amman to Cairo International Airport (CAI): What you need to know
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is Amman's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Amman to Cairo International Airport (CAI) taking off from here.
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Amman to Cairo International Airport flight.
Cairo is one hour behind Amman. Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
The most popular route is Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Pick from 55 direct services each week.
To ensure you catch your flight from Amman to CAI, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as January? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Amman
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Get to your destination in one go from Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). Direct flights from Amman to Cairo International Airport (CAI) can be booked from here.
At AMM, you'll find a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Amman to Cairo International Airport, including:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between AMM and CAI is Royal Jordanian.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Royal Jordanian.
AMM is about 32 kms (20 miles) from central Amman. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Amman to Cairo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Amman Queen Alia International Airport:
Amman Queen Alia International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from AMM arrive at their destination as scheduled.
About Cairo International Airport (CAI)
If you have a late flight from Amman to Cairo International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Pick up a Cairo International Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Amman to Cairo International Airport flight.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Central Cairo is around 23 kms (14 miles) from Cairo International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
£97 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Amman to Cairo International Airport. Return flights start at £190. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Amman to CAI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Amman to Cairo International Airport ticket.
Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Amman to CAI by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Hunt for savings on a flight from Amman to Cairo International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Amman to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
December is when most people book flights from Amman to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Plan your visit to Cairo in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your Amman to CAI plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Amman to Cairo International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC and 22ºC.
More about Cairo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cairo right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Amman to Cairo International Airport:
There are loads of things to do in Cairo when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Gizeh Plateau followed by TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cairo. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the northwest, its best attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Around 153 kms (95 miles) northeast of Cairo, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. No visit is complete without checking out Suez Canal, Old Historical buildings and Museum of Modern Art in Port Said.