Cairo to Köln (Cologne) (CAI–CGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CAI–CGN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Cairo and Eurowings lead the route. The flight covers 1,901 miles in approximately 4h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SM Air Cairo Also: MS | 3 | 320 | 4h30 | – | – | MS |
| EW Eurowings | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CAI: EEST · CGN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 5:00 PM in Köln (Cologne).
Egyptian passport holders require a Schengen visa to enter Germany. The visa allows stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period and must be obtained from the German embassy or a VFS visa center before travel. Proof of financial means (minimum 45 EUR per day) and travel insurance covering at least 30,000 EUR are required. Apply at least 3 months before departure, as processing takes 2 to 4 weeks.
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–CGN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to CGN
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) are connected by nonstop service from Air Cairo and Eurowings. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAI to CGN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to CGN is about 4 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,901 miles (3,059 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Vienna, Munich and Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.