Köln (Cologne) to Cairo (CGN–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CGN–CAI is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Cairo leads the route. The flight covers 1,901 miles in approximately 3h 51m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SM Air Cairo | 3 | 320 | 3h51 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cairo from Köln (Cologne)
| Metric | CGN→CAI | DUS→CAI | MST→CAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CGN | – | 34 mi | 60 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 10 | 2 |
| Flight time | 3h 51m | 4h 20m | 4h |
Travel Essentials
CGN: CET · CAI: EET
When it's 6:00 PM in Köln (Cologne), it's 7:00 PM in Cairo.
German passport holders need a visa to enter Egypt. The simplest option is the eVisa through visa2egypt.gov.eg. A single-entry 30-day visa costs USD 25. The multiple-entry version costs USD 60 and allows multiple entries over 180 days, each stay limited to 30 days. Apply at least 7 days before travel. Most eVisas are approved within 5 business days.
You can also buy a visa on arrival at Egyptian airports. The fee is USD 25 for a single-entry 30-day visa, paid at a bank counter in the arrivals hall before passport control. Have exact USD or EUR cash ready. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry.
For Sinai-only trips entering through Sharm el-Sheikh or Taba, German citizens get a free 15-day entry permit. This is stamped at the airport or border and restricts you to the Sinai Peninsula. If you plan to visit Cairo, Luxor, or anywhere in mainland Egypt, get the full visa.
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.
CGN–CAI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CGN to CAI
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) are connected by nonstop service from Air Cairo. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CGN to CAI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CGN to CAI ranges from 3 hours 51 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,901 miles (3,059 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SOF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Düsseldorf (DUS), Maastricht (MST) and Frankfurt am Main (FRA).