Cairo to London (CAI–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAI–LHR is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, British Airways and Egyptair lead the route. The flight covers 2,195 miles in approximately 5h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 61 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 21 | 32N, 773 | 5h10-5h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| BA British Airways | 21 | 32Q | 5h15-5h40 | – | Oneworld | – |
| MS Egyptair | 21 | 32N, 773 | 5h10-5h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| IB Iberia | 7 | 32Q | 5h30 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CAI: EET · LHR: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 4:00 PM in London.
Egyptian passport holders require a Standard Visitor Visa to enter the United Kingdom. The visa must be obtained from the UK embassy or a VFS visa center before travel and allows stays of up to 6 months. Biometrics (photo and fingerprints) are collected as part of the application. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay, and proof of ties to Egypt (employment, property, family) is required.
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.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
CAI–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to LHR
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, British Airways, Iberia and Egyptair. With 70 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CAI to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to LHR ranges from 5 hours 10 minutes to 5 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,195 miles (3,533 km). There are approximately 70 weekly flights outbound and 70 return, totaling 140 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.