Cairo to Ottawa (CAI–YOW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Cairo to Ottawa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-7h behind 6 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CAI and YOW, connecting options are available through 6 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CAI to YOW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~17h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
400
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-7h
Ottawa is 7 hours behind Cairo.
CAI: EEST · YOW: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 11:00 AM in Ottawa.
Visa & Entry

Egyptian passport holders require a visitor visa (Temporary Resident Visa) to enter Canada. The visa must be obtained from a Canadian embassy or through the IRCC online portal before travel. Stays of up to 6 months are permitted per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay, and biometrics are required for first-time applicants.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to CAI

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.

Facts

CAI–YOW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Cairo to Ottawa route.
Route details
Time difference-7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: CAI
Full nameCairo International Airport
IATA / ICAOCAI / HECA
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Passengers/yr29.0M
Elevation322 ft / 98 m
Destination: YOW
Full nameOttawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
IATA / ICAOYOW / CYOW
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation374 ft / 114 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CAI to YOW flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MIA, YYZ, IAD, EWR, LHR and CDG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Ottawa is 7 hours behind Cairo.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via MIA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.