Cairo to Taif (CAI–TIF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAI–TIF is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Nile Air, Egyptair and Nesma Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 823 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 6 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NP Nile Air | 12 | 321 | 3h20-3h25 | – | – | – |
| MS Egyptair | 5 | 738 | 2h10 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| NE Nesma Airlines | 5 | 739 | 3h15 | – | – | – |
| E5 Air Arabia Egypt | 4 | 320 | 2h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CAI: EEST · TIF: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 6:00 PM in Taif.
Egyptian passport holders require a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Egypt is not directly eligible for the Saudi tourist eVisa. However, Egyptians who hold a valid residence permit or visa from the US, UK, or a Schengen country can apply for the eVisa online. All other Egyptian nationals must apply through a Saudi embassy, consulate, or authorized visa center. Tourist visas allow stays of up to 90 days per visit.
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–TIF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to TIF
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Taif International Airport (TIF) are connected by nonstop service from Air Arabia Egypt, Egyptair, Nesma Airlines and Nile Air. With 26 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CAI to TIF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to TIF ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 823 miles (1,325 km). There are approximately 26 weekly flights outbound and 19 return, totaling 45 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via DMM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.