Cairo to Benina (CAI–BEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CAI–BEN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Egyptair and Berniq Airways lead the route. The flight covers 672 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Egyptair | 7 | 738 | 2h | – | Star Alliance | – |
| NB Berniq Airways | 4 | 320 | 2h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Benina from Cairo
| Metric | CAI→BEN | HBE→BEN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAI | – | 116 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
CAI: EEST · BEN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 5:00 PM in Benina.
Egyptian passport holders enter Libya visa-free under a bilateral agreement between the two countries. No advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Any evidence of travel to Israel in the passport will result in denial of entry. Travelers should carry at least 1,000 Libyan Dinars or equivalent upon arrival.
Cairo has no direct rail link to the airport yet. Metro Line 3 terminates at Adly Mansour station, still several kilometers short of CAI. From Adly Mansour, taxis or ride-hails cover the remaining distance in 15-20 minutes. Uber and Careem from downtown Cairo to the airport cost EGP 100-200 and take 45-60 minutes outside rush hour. Rush hour (7:00-10:00, 16:00-20:00) on the Ring Road can double that.
Yellow metered taxis charge EGP 150-300 depending on your starting point. Old black-and-white taxis lack meters, so agree on a price before getting in. CTA public buses 356, 400, and 1138 run from central Cairo to the airport (EGP 5-25) but are slow and crowded. Airport shuttle buses from major hotels cost EGP 25-50. For reliability, Uber or Careem with a pre-set fare is the path of least friction.
CAI–BEN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to BEN
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Benina International Airport (BEN) are connected by nonstop service from Egyptair and Berniq Airways. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAI to BEN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to BEN is about 2 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 672 miles (1,082 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via İstanbul, Queen Alia and Tunis Carthage. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Alexandria (HBE).