Cairo to Chicago (CAI–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CAI–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Egyptair leads the route. The flight covers 6,136 miles in approximately 12h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Egyptair | 4 | 359 | 12h25 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
CAI: EEST · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 10:00 AM in Chicago.
Egyptian passport holders require a visa to enter the United States. Egypt is not part of the Visa Waiver Program. A B1/B2 nonimmigrant visa for business or tourism must be obtained from a US embassy or consulate, which includes an in-person interview. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay. Processing times vary, so applying well in advance is important.
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.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.
Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.
CAI–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to ORD
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Egyptair. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAI to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to ORD is about 12 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,136 miles (9,875 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 7 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Munich, Washington Dulles and İstanbul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.