Cairo to Qassim (CAI–ELQ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CAI–ELQ is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Nile Air, Air Arabia Egypt and Egyptair lead the route. The flight covers 798 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NP Nile Air | 13 | 320 | 2h10 | – | – | – |
| E5 Air Arabia Egypt | 8 | 320 | 2h15 | – | – | – |
| MS Egyptair | 6 | 738 | 1h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| NE Nesma Airlines | 5 | 321 | 2h10 | – | – | – |
| SM Air Cairo | 5 | 320 | 2h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Qassim from Cairo
| Metric | CAI→ELQ | SPX→ELQ |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAI | – | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 37 | 6 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 2h 15m |
Travel Essentials
CAI: EEST · ELQ: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 6:00 PM in Qassim.
Egyptian passport holders require a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Egypt is not directly eligible for the Saudi tourist eVisa. However, Egyptians who hold a valid residence permit or visa from the US, UK, or a Schengen country can apply for the eVisa online. All other Egyptian nationals must apply through a Saudi embassy, consulate, or authorized visa center. Tourist visas allow stays of up to 90 days per visit.
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–ELQ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to ELQ
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz International Airport (ELQ) are connected by nonstop service from Nile Air, Air Arabia Egypt, Egyptair, Nesma Airlines and Air Cairo. With 37 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CAI to ELQ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to ELQ is about 2 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 798 miles (1,284 km). There are approximately 37 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 72 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via King Abdulaziz, King Khalid and King Fahd. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Al Jiza (SPX).