Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Dubai: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai is 4 hours.
Cairo International Airport is located in Cairo. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is two hours ahead of Cairo.
The most popular route is from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Dubai International Airport (DXB). Choose from 63 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CAI to DXB is the 00:50 Emirates service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 23:30 with EgyptAir.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your CAI to Dubai flight.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Start your trip at CAI and fly straight to Dubai International Airport (DXB). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Cairo International Airport to Dubai tickets.
Be on the lookout for promotions from Emirates. This airline has direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Dubai.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from CAI to Dubai. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME)
Dammam King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
Travelling from central Cairo to CAI takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kms (11 miles) in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to CAI:
Of the departures from Cairo International Airport, 65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Dubai
£108 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £180. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from CAI to Dubai if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cairo International Airport to Dubai across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CAI to Dubai by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Dubai.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kms (9 miles). It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near DXB if you're coming in on a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Dubai International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from CAI to Dubai.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is about 48 kms (30 miles) from central Dubai. After your flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The trip will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near DWC. Kick back and get cosy after your CAI to Dubai flight at one of these well-located options:
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from DWC three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
January is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Dubai. To avoid the crowds, visit Dubai in December.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your Cairo International Airport to Dubai plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from CAI to Dubai around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Dubai right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Dubai Opera, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Gold Souk are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. Around 121 kms (75 miles) southwest of Dubai, a trip to Abu Dhabi will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.