Cairo to N'Djamena (CAI–NDJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CAI–NDJ is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Egyptair leads the route. The flight covers 1,625 miles in approximately 3h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Egyptair Also: EY | 8 | 33X, 789 | 3h55-5h15 | – | Star Alliance | EY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CAI: EEST · NDJ: WAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 4:00 PM in N'Djamena.
Egyptian passport holders need a visa to enter Chad. Apply at the Chad Embassy in Cairo. The tourist visa costs around USD 100 and takes 5 to 10 business days to process. You need a completed application form, two passport photos, a yellow fever vaccination certificate, flight itinerary, proof of accommodation, and a bank statement. Your passport must have at least 6 months of validity.
There is no eVisa system for Chad. Visa on arrival is technically possible at N'Djamena International Airport but it is unreliable and not guaranteed. Arriving without a visa risks being denied entry and put on the next flight back. Get your visa in advance.
Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for all travelers entering Chad regardless of origin. Carry the yellow card with you. Chad also requires a travel permit (autorisation de circuler) for any movement outside N'Djamena. Your hotel or a local travel agency can arrange this once you arrive.
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–NDJ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to NDJ
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and N'Djamena International Airport (NDJ) are connected by nonstop service from Egyptair. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAI to NDJ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to NDJ is about 3 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,625 miles (2,615 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 26 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via İstanbul, Addis Ababa Bole and Nnamdi Azikiwe. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.