£170 Cheap Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to Cairo (CAI)

Q: How much are return flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo is £170. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo?

4 hours and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo?

EgyptAir, Ethiopian Airlines and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo?

As of July 2025, there are 24 flights per week flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo?

The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo is usually January.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Cairo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Cairo Airport on Wednesday, 14 January 2026 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Cairo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 31 minutes.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Cairo?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Cairo?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Q: Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Cairo with?

Currently, transavia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

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Cairo.£170 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Jan, returning Wed, 11 Feb.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Cairo on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From £170, select.

Cairo.£170 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb, returning Wed, 11 Feb.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Cairo on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From £170, select.

Cairo.£170 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Cairo on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From £170, select.

Cairo.£170 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Jan, returning Wed, 21 Jan.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Cairo on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From £170, select.

Cairo.£170 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Cairo on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From £170, select.

Cairo.£179 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Cairo on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From £179, select.

Cairo.£179 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec, returning Sat, 31 Jan.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Cairo on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From £179, select.

Cairo.£183 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Nov, returning Wed, 14 Jan.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Cairo on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From £183, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in December.

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Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo: Alternative routes

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Amsterdam to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£170
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	4 hrs, 31 mins
Most popular airline	EgyptAir
Average flights per week	24

Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

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Which airlines fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo?

How many flights are there a week from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo?

When is the cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairo?

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Cairo Airport on?

Can I get a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Cairo Airport?

How can I find the best flight deal to Cairo?

When is the best time to book flights to Cairo?

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Cairo with?

Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

Around 4 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Amsterdam.
Flights from AMS to CAI start at 15:00 — the earliest with EgyptAir. The last departure is at 15:40 with EgyptAir. Overall, you can choose from ten weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AMS to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
EgyptAir is your gateway to exploring Cairo (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Egypt!). Browse the direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is EgyptAir.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier offering AMS to CAI flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between AMS and CAI include:
- Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
- Dusseldorf International Airport
- Brussels Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

£83 is the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £170. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from AMS to CAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from AMS to CAI is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport.

Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Of all flights departing from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% land on time at their destination.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is about 14 miles from central Amsterdam. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to AMS:

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

If you're getting in on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CAI:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cairo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairo and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Cairo International Airport around one week before your trip.

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 13 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

August is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Cairo in April.
When reserving your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairo International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AMS to CAI sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Egypt

Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen Cairo. Around 110 miles away to the north-west, its best attractions include Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
If you want to check out another great destination in Egypt, head for Port Said, roughly 110 miles north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are key highlights.