Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) to Cairo (CDG–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CDG–CAI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Egyptair and Air France lead the route. The flight covers 1,995 miles in approximately 3h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 77 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Egyptair Also: AC | 14 | 321, 359 | 4h20-4h25 | – | Star Alliance | AC |
| AF Air France Also: KL | 7 | 359 | 4h21 | – | SkyTeam | KL |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cairo from Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise)
| Metric | CDG→CAI | ORY→CAI | OST→CAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CDG | – | 21 mi | 152 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | 6 | 2 |
| Flight time | 3h 20m | 4h 40m | 4h 30m |
Travel Essentials
CDG: CEST · CAI: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise), it's 7:00 PM in Cairo.
French passport holders can get an Egypt eVisa online for $25 or a visa on arrival at any Egyptian international airport. The single-entry visa allows a stay of up to 30 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. If you are only visiting Sinai resorts (Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba, Taba), entry is free for stays up to 15 days with no visa required.
RER B train runs from central Paris (Châtelet–Les Halles, Gare du Nord) to CDG T2 in 30–35 minutes (€11.80, RATP fare). From T2, a free CDGVAL people mover covers T1 and T3. Train frequency is every 10–15 minutes; service runs from around 5am to midnight.
Taxis from Paris have a fixed fare: €55 to the Right Bank (most of central Paris), €65 to the Left Bank. Journey time is 30–60 minutes depending on traffic on the A1. Ride-hail (Uber, Bolt) is often cheaper. Buses (Le Bus Direct) run from major Left Bank and Right Bank stops (€17).
Uber and Careem are the easiest exit. Order from the app inside the terminal and meet the driver at the designated pickup zone outside arrivals. Expect EGP 100-200 to downtown (Tahrir Square, Zamalek, Garden City) and 45-60 minutes in normal traffic. Prices are dynamic, highest between 22:00-02:00 and 06:00-11:00. Yellow metered taxis queue at the rank; drivers will quote EGP 400-500 but the metered fare is EGP 150-300.
CTA public buses 356 and 400 run to central Cairo (EGP 5) but are infrequent and packed. Airport shuttle buses serve major hotels for EGP 25-50. Metro Line 3 does not yet reach the airport; the extension is planned but not operational. Rental car offices are in Terminal 3 arrivals. Traffic in Cairo is aggressive by any standard, so first-time visitors may prefer ride-hail over self-driving.
Cairo is desert. Rain totals about 25mm for the entire year, almost all of it falling in December and January. Summers (May-October) are hot and dry with highs of 34-38 degrees C and relentless sunshine. July and August are the peak, though low humidity makes shade feel meaningful. Winters (December-February) are mild and sunny at 14-20 degrees C during the day, dropping to 8-10 degrees C at night.
The Khamsin wind arrives in spring (March-May), carrying Saharan sand and pushing temperatures above 40 degrees C for several days at a stretch. Visibility drops and sand gets into everything. Autumn (October-November) is warm and settled, making it the most pleasant travel window along with winter. Pack sunscreen and light clothing for summer. Winter evenings need a light jacket. Bring a scarf or face covering if visiting during Khamsin season.
CDG–CAI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CDG to CAI
Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) are connected by nonstop service from Air France and Egyptair. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CDG to CAI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CDG to CAI ranges from 3 hours 20 minutes to 4 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,995 miles (3,210 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
77 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via ESB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne) (ORY) and Oostende (OST).