Amsterdam to Cairo (AMS–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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AMS–CAI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Egyptair and Transavia lead the route. The flight covers 2,043 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 71 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Egyptair Also: ET, TP | 7 | 321 | 4h15 | – | Star Alliance | ET, TP |
| HV Transavia | 5 | 73H | 4h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cairo from Amsterdam
| Metric | AMS→CAI | BRU→CAI | MST→CAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AMS | – | 98 mi | 106 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 26 | 15 | – |
| Flight time | 3h 30m | 3h 20m | 4h |
Travel Essentials
AMS: CEST · CAI: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Amsterdam, it's 7:00 PM in Cairo.
Dutch passport holders need a visa to enter Egypt. An eVisa can be obtained online through the official portal (visa2egypt.gov.eg) before departure. Single-entry and multiple-entry options are available, both allowing stays up to 30 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least two blank pages. A visa on arrival is also available at Egyptian airports for the same 30-day stay.
Intercity and Sprinter trains run directly to Schiphol Plaza (the station is inside the terminal) from Amsterdam Centraal every 10–15 minutes (15 min, €5.70). The Intercity Direct from Rotterdam takes 43 minutes (€17.40 with supplement). Trains from The Hague take 35–45 minutes.
Taxis from central Amsterdam cost €35–50 and take 20–35 minutes. Highway A4 is frequently congested during morning rush. Bus 397 runs from Amsterdam Leidseplein to Schiphol (30 min, €5.50) for a cheaper landside alternative.
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 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.
AMS–CAI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AMS to CAI
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) are connected by nonstop service from Transavia and Egyptair. With 26 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
AMS to CAI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AMS to CAI ranges from 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,043 miles (3,288 km). There are approximately 26 weekly flights outbound and 31 return, totaling 57 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
71 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via TLS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Zaventem (BRU), Maastricht (MST) and Düsseldorf (DUS).