Cairo to Jeddah (CAI–JED) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAI–JED is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. Egyptair, flynas and Faso Airways lead the route. The flight covers 756 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 63 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Egyptair | 57 | 32N, 738 | 2h10-3h15 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| XY flynas | 35 | 32N | 3h25 | – | – | – |
| F3 Faso Airways Also: SV | 21 | 320 | 2h15-3h20 | – | – | SV |
| NP Nile Air | 19 | 320 | 3h10-3h15 | – | – | – |
| SM Air Cairo | 18 | 320 | 2h10-3h10 | – | – | – |
| NE Nesma Airlines | 12 | 738 | 3h10 | – | – | – |
| E5 Air Arabia Egypt | 8 | 320 | 2h25-3h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Jeddah from Cairo
| Metric | CAI→JED | SPX→JED | HBE→JED |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAI | – | 30 mi | 116 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 2 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 290 | 7 | 42 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 3h 20m | 2h 25m |
Travel Essentials
CAI: EEST · JED: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 6:00 PM in Jeddah.
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.
The Haramain HSR airport station (in the terminal complex) connects to Jeddah city in 15 minutes (SAR 20–25) and onward to Mecca (45 min, SAR 55) and Medina (2h, SAR 105); essential knowledge for Hajj/Umrah travelers.Careem and Uber serve the airport widely; expect SAR 40–80 to central Jeddah, 25–45 minutes. Taxis at the rank run SAR 60–100. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. The airport has two main terminals (North and South); confirm which terminal before booking ground transport.
Hot desert climate on the Red Sea coast. Summers (May–September) are brutal at 38–45°C with high humidity from sea proximity, making outdoor exposure extreme. Operational disruptions in summer are more often from sandstorms than temperature alone.
Winter (December–February) is warm and pleasant at 20–28°C. Rare but intense rainfall events (typically October–November) can cause flash flooding and ground stops. Jeddah's drainage infrastructure is limited. The city sits close to sea level; humidity amplifies heat year-round.
CAI–JED Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to JED
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) are connected by nonstop service from Air Arabia Egypt, Faso Airways, Egyptair, Nesma Airlines, Nile Air, Air Cairo and flynas. With 290 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CAI to JED Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to JED ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 756 miles (1,216 km). There are approximately 290 weekly flights outbound and 308 return, totaling 598 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
63 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via HRG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Al Jiza (SPX) and Alexandria (HBE).