Cairo to Cape Town (CAI–CPT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Cairo to Cape Town
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-1h behind 14 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CAI and CPT, connecting options are available through 14 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CAI to CPT.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
790
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Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Cape Town is 1 hour behind Cairo.
CAI: EEST · CPT: SAST

When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 5:00 PM in Cape Town.
Visa & Entry

Egyptian passport holders require a visa to enter South Africa. An eVisa can be applied for online through the South African Department of Home Affairs portal, though system availability can vary. Travelers arriving with an eVisa must enter through O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. Passport must be valid for at least 30 days beyond the planned departure date, with at least two blank pages. A yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to CAI

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.

Facts

CAI–CPT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Cairo to Cape Town route.
Route details
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections14 hubs
Origin: CAI
Full nameCairo International Airport
IATA / ICAOCAI / HECA
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Passengers/yr29.0M
Elevation322 ft / 98 m
Destination: CPT
Full nameCape Town International Airport
IATA / ICAOCPT / FACT
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Passengers/yr10.4M
Elevation151 ft / 46 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CAI to CPT flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ADD, MUC, JNB, NBO, DOH, FRA, DXB, LHR, IST, CDG, ZRH, AMS, EWR and IAD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Cape Town is 1 hour behind Cairo.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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