Abidjan to Cairo (ABJ–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
EY4929cs
EY Etihad
330
3:10 AM
GMT T2
12:30 PM
EEST
6h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MS884+1
MS Egyptair
330
3:56 AM
GMT T2
11:30 AM
EEST
4h 34m
M T W T F S S
Prices
EY4928cs
EY Etihad
32N
9:30 PM
EEST T3
2:20 AM+1
GMT
7h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MS883+1
MS Egyptair
32N
10:30 PM
EEST T3
1:45 AM+1
GMT
6h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Abidjan to Cairo
1 carrier, 6 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 6 Flights/wk 2,868 mi 4h 34m nonstop +3h ahead 13 1-stop hubs

ABJ–CAI is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Egyptair leads the route. The flight covers 2,868 miles in approximately 4h 34m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ABJ–CAI service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MS Egyptair Also: EY 3 330 4h34 Star Alliance EY
Aircraft on this route
330 Airbus A330 – EY, MS
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: MS (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, ABJ to CAI direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
0
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
6
Outbound / wk
6
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ABJ to CAI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~37h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
466
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Cairo is 3 hours ahead of Abidjan.
ABJ: GMT · CAI: EEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Abidjan, it's 9:00 PM in Cairo.
Distance & Flight Time
2,868 mi / 4,616 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 34m to 6h 20m.
Getting from CAI

Uber and Careem are the easiest exit. Order from the app inside the terminal and meet the driver at the designated pickup zone outside arrivals. Expect EGP 100-200 to downtown (Tahrir Square, Zamalek, Garden City) and 45-60 minutes in normal traffic. Prices are dynamic, highest between 22:00-02:00 and 06:00-11:00. Yellow metered taxis queue at the rank; drivers will quote EGP 400-500 but the metered fare is EGP 150-300.

CTA public buses 356 and 400 run to central Cairo (EGP 5) but are infrequent and packed. Airport shuttle buses serve major hotels for EGP 25-50. Metro Line 3 does not yet reach the airport; the extension is planned but not operational. Rental car offices are in Terminal 3 arrivals. Traffic in Cairo is aggressive by any standard, so first-time visitors may prefer ride-hail over self-driving.

Cairo Climate

Cairo is desert. Rain totals about 25mm for the entire year, almost all of it falling in December and January. Summers (May-October) are hot and dry with highs of 34-38 degrees C and relentless sunshine. July and August are the peak, though low humidity makes shade feel meaningful. Winters (December-February) are mild and sunny at 14-20 degrees C during the day, dropping to 8-10 degrees C at night.

The Khamsin wind arrives in spring (March-May), carrying Saharan sand and pushing temperatures above 40 degrees C for several days at a stretch. Visibility drops and sand gets into everything. Autumn (October-November) is warm and settled, making it the most pleasant travel window along with winter. Pack sunscreen and light clothing for summer. Winter evenings need a light jacket. Bring a scarf or face covering if visiting during Khamsin season.

ABJ–CAI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Abidjan to Cairo route.
Route details
Distance2,868 mi / 4,616 km
Flight time4h 34m to 6h 20m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights6 out / 6 return
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: ABJ
IATA / ICAOABJ / DIAP
TimezoneAfrica/Abidjan
Passengers/yr2.5M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
Destination: CAI
IATA / ICAOCAI / HECA
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Passengers/yr29.0M
Elevation322 ft / 98 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ABJ to CAI flights.
Nonstop flights from Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport to Cairo International Airport take approximately 4h 34m to 6h 20m. The route covers 2,868 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Egyptair. Plus 1 codeshare partner.
There are approximately 6 nonstop flights per week from ABJ to CAI. The return direction has about 6 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BKO, CMN, DLA, TUN, ADD, IST, DOH, CDG, ALG, LOS, ACC, NBO and JFK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Cairo is 3 hours ahead of Abidjan.
Yes, return flights from CAI to ABJ are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ABJ to CAI

Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) are connected by nonstop service from Egyptair. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

ABJ to CAI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ABJ to CAI ranges from 4 hours 34 minutes to 6 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,868 miles (4,616 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via BKO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.