Cairo to Frankfurt am Main (CAI–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAI–FRA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, Lufthansa and Egyptair lead the route. The flight covers 1,816 miles in approximately 4h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 61 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 14 | 321, 32Q | 4h30-4h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| LH Lufthansa | 14 | 321, 32Q | 4h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| MS Egyptair | 7 | 789 | 4h25 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CAI: EET · FRA: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 5:00 PM in Frankfurt am Main.
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.
S8/S9 S-Bahn to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (15 min, €5.65) departs from the basement of Terminal 1 Regional station. For long-distance travel to other German cities, the Fernbahnhof (separate building, connected by walkway) has direct ICE services; check if your train stops here before going into the city.Taxis from Terminal 1/2 to Frankfurt city centre cost €25–40. Rental car agencies are at both terminals. Terminal 2 is connected to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine monorail; allow 5–10 minutes for the transfer. No airport supplement applies to Frankfurt public transit.
Continental climate with moderate continental influence. Winters are cold (−1 to 5°C) with periodic snow and ice. FRA handles de-icing well but heavy snowfall causes delays across the network. Fog along the Rhine Valley is a significant departure risk in November through January, sometimes persisting until midday.
Summers are warm (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause brief but sharp delays. Spring is mild and damp. Autumn offers the best settled weather. FRA is a major hub. Weather delays cascade through Lufthansa's global network.
CAI–FRA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to FRA
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Lufthansa and Egyptair. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CAI to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to FRA ranges from 4 hours 25 minutes to 4 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,816 miles (2,922 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 63 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
61 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via SVQ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.