Cairo to Doha (CAI–DOH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CAI–DOH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Qatar Airways and Egyptair lead the route. The flight covers 1,279 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways Also: B6, CX, JL, LA, MF, MH, UL, VA, WB | 35 | 351, 359, 77W | 3h15 | – | Oneworld | B6, CX, JL, LA, MF, MH, UL, VA, WB |
| MS Egyptair Also: AC, SM | 14 | 321, 789 | 2h31-3h | – | Star Alliance | AC, SM |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Doha from Cairo
| Metric | CAI→DOH | HBE→DOH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAI | – | 116 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 203 | 28 |
| Flight time | 3h 15m | 3h 25m |
Travel Essentials
CAI: EEST · DOH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 6:00 PM in Doha.
Egyptian passport holders require a visa to enter Qatar. A Hayya eVisa can be applied for online and costs QAR 100 (about USD 27). The visa allows a 30-day stay and can be extended once for an additional 30 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended departure date, with at least one blank page. Confirmed accommodation and return flight details are required for the application.
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.
Doha Metro Gold Line departs from inside the terminal to the city centre (15–20 min, QAR 3–6). Msheireb station is the interchange for connecting to the Red and Green lines. First train is at 6am; late-night arrivals will need a taxi or ride-hail. Karwa taxis are available at the arrivals area; West Bay costs QAR 30–50.Careem and Uber are the most cost-effective options. Hamad International has no separate rental car facility visible from arrivals; rental desks are landside. The airport is 15 km from central Doha with good road access via the Corniche and Lusail Expressway.
Desert climate, similar to Dubai. Summers (June–September) are intensely hot (37–45°C) with very high humidity. Ground operations slow but flights rarely cancel for heat alone. Dust haze is persistent and occasionally reduces visibility below instrument minimums. Winter (November–March) is pleasant at 15–26°C and represents Qatar Airways' peak operational period.
Rain is rare, fewer than 10 rainy days per year, but the drainage infrastructure means even light rain causes road flooding. Occasional dust storms (shamal) reduce visibility and can ground departures for hours. Spring (March–May) is the most dust-prone season.
CAI–DOH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to DOH
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Hamad International Airport (DOH) are connected by nonstop service from Qatar Airways and Egyptair. With 203 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CAI to DOH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to DOH is about 3 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,279 miles (2,058 km). There are approximately 203 weekly flights outbound and 189 return, totaling 392 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via King Fahd, Queen Alia and Bahrain. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Alexandria (HBE).