Cairo to Larnaca (CAI–LCA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CAI–LCA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 354 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 26 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways | 7 | 737 | 1h20 | – | – | – |
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 3 | 738 | 1h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CAI: EET · LCA: EET
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 6:00 PM in Larnaca.
Egyptian passport holders need a visa to enter Cyprus. Apply at the Cyprus Embassy in Cairo or the Honorary Consulate in Alexandria. The short-stay visa (Type C) costs EUR 80 and allows stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Processing takes 10 to 15 working days.
You need a completed application form, two passport photos, travel insurance with EUR 30,000 minimum coverage, flight booking, hotel reservation, bank statements from the last 3 months, and an employment letter. Your passport must have at least 6 months of validity and 2 blank pages. A cover letter explaining your travel purpose helps.
Cyprus is an EU member but not in the Schengen zone. A Schengen visa does not work for Cyprus. You need a separate Cyprus visa. If you hold a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa that has been used at least once, you can enter Cyprus without a separate Cyprus visa. This exception is useful if you are already traveling in Europe.
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–LCA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to LCA
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Larnaca International Airport (LCA) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines and Etihad Airways. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAI to LCA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to LCA ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 354 miles (569 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via DMM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.