Cairo to Hangzhou (CAI–HGH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAI–HGH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air China and Egyptair lead the route. The flight covers 5,156 miles in approximately 9h 19m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 6 | 789 | 9h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| MS Egyptair | 6 | 789 | 9h19 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CAI: EET · HGH: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Hangzhou.
Egyptian passport holders require a visa to enter China. Egypt is not included in China's unilateral visa-free program or the 240-hour visa-free transit scheme. A sticker visa must be obtained from a Chinese embassy or visa application center before travel. Tourist visas (L type) are typically valid for 30 to 60 days, and the passport must have at least 6 months validity with two blank pages.
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.
Metro Line 7 connects the airport to the city. Transfer to Line 1 or Line 2 for most central destinations including the West Lake area; total journey 60–80 minutes (¥7–10). Operating hours: 6am to 11pm.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥70–110 (metered). DiDi ride-hailing is cheaper and convenient. Airport shuttle coaches (¥20–30) run fixed routes to major hotels. Car rental is available at the terminal. Hangzhou is a 45-minute high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao if connecting overland.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and extremely humid (30–38°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall June through September. Thunderstorms and the Meiyu (plum rain) season in June cause regular delays. Typhoons from the South China Sea occasionally affect the region in August–September.
Winters are cold but rarely severe (0–8°C) with occasional frost and light snow. Spring (April–May) is rainy and foggy, which can reduce runway visibility. October and November are the most pleasant and reliable for travel.
CAI–HGH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to HGH
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) are connected by nonstop service from Air China and Egyptair. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAI to HGH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to HGH ranges from 9 hours 19 minutes to 9 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,156 miles (8,297 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via ICN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.