Mumbai to Cairo (BOM–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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BOM–CAI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Egyptair and SpiceJet lead the route. The flight covers 2,698 miles in approximately 5h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Egyptair Also: AI | 5 | 32N | 5h15 | – | Star Alliance | AI |
| SG SpiceJet | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BOM: IST · CAI: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Mumbai, it's 3.5:00 PM in Cairo.
Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Egypt. Unlike many nationalities, Indians cannot get the standard eVisa or visa on arrival. Apply at the Egyptian Embassy in New Delhi or the consulate in Mumbai. A single-entry tourist visa costs INR 2,000 to INR 2,500 (about $25 to $30) and takes 5 to 10 working days to process. Multiple-entry visas are available for higher fees. Bring the application in person or through an authorized agent.
Required documents include a passport valid for at least 6 months with two blank pages, two passport photos, completed application form, confirmed round-trip flight tickets, hotel reservation for the entire stay, bank statements for the last 3 months, and an employment letter. Business visas also need an invitation from an Egyptian company. The embassy may request additional documents. Collect the passport with the visa sticker within the stated processing window.
Direct flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Cairo run about 5 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours on Air India and EgyptAir. Connections through Dubai, Doha, or Jeddah add 3 to 5 hours. Egypt uses the Egyptian pound (EGP), trading at roughly 50 EGP per $1 with frequent fluctuations. ATMs at Cairo airport dispense EGP, and USD cash can be exchanged at airport counters. No mandatory vaccinations for Indian arrivals, but yellow fever vaccination is required if arriving from an endemic country. Cairo airport (CAI) has a reliable Uber and Careem service to the city center, costing EGP 150 to 250 (about $3 to $5).
Mumbai Metro Line 1 (Versova–Ghatkopar) does not serve the airport directly.Currently, Mumbai Local Train (Western Line to Andheri station) plus an auto-rickshaw or taxi to the terminal is a low-cost route (₹15–50 for train, ₹80–120 for rickshaw).App-based cabs (Ola, Uber) cost ₹300–600 from South Mumbai or Bandra depending on traffic. The airport is 30km from Nariman Point/Churchgate; traffic is severe most of the day. Midnight–5am is the most reliable travel window. Black-and-yellow taxis are metered and less comfortable than app cabs.
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.
BOM–CAI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BOM to CAI
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) are connected by nonstop service from Egyptair and SpiceJet. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BOM to CAI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BOM to CAI is about 5 hours 38 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,698 miles (4,342 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 23 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dubai, Hamad and Zayed. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.