Cairo to Ferno (VA) (CAI–MXP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CAI–MXP is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Egyptair, Nesma Airlines and Neos lead the route. The flight covers 1,626 miles in approximately 4h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Egyptair Also: LO, SM, TP | 17 | 321, 738 | 4h | – | Star Alliance | LO, SM, TP |
| NE Nesma Airlines | 3 | 321 | 4h05 | – | – | – |
| NO Neos | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ferno (VA) from Cairo
| Metric | CAI→MXP | SPX→MXP |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAI | – | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 71 | – |
| Flight time | 4h | 5h |
Travel Essentials
CAI: EEST · MXP: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 5:00 PM in Ferno (VA).
Egyptian passport holders require a Schengen visa to enter Italy. The visa allows stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period and must be obtained from the Italian embassy or VFS visa center in Cairo before travel. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure and issued within the last 10 years. All Arabic-language documents must be translated into Italian and legalized.
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.
Malpensa Express trains depart Terminal 1 every 30 minutes to Milano Cadorna (45 min, €13) and Milano Centrale (52 min, €13). Terminal 2 passengers must take the free inter-terminal shuttle to reach the train. Taxis from Terminal 1 charge a fixed rate of around €100 to central Milan; pre-booked private transfers can be slightly cheaper.
Rental car desks are located in Terminal 1's arrivals area with a separate multi-storey car park. The A8 and A26 motorways give good access to the broader Lombardy and Piedmont regions.
Humid subtropical/continental climate on the Po Plain. Summers (June–August) are hot and muggy at 28–34°C, with afternoon thunderstorms that can produce short but sharp ground delays. Winters (November–February) are cold, damp, and foggy at 0–7°C. Fog is the most significant disruption risk and can persist for days, causing diversions to Turin or Bergamo.
Spring and autumn are mild and pleasant but bring variable rain. Po Valley fog is notoriously dense. Check conditions carefully for November through January travel.
CAI–MXP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to MXP
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP) are connected by nonstop service from Egyptair, Nesma Airlines and Neos. With 71 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CAI to MXP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to MXP is about 4 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,626 miles (2,617 km). There are approximately 71 weekly flights outbound and 68 return, totaling 139 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Athens Eleftherios Venizelos, Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci and Václav Havel. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Al Jiza (SPX).