Doha to Cairo (DOH–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DOH–CAI is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Qatar Airways, Egyptair and Cathay Pacific lead the route. The flight covers 1,279 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways Also: B6, MF, MH, UL, VA, WB | 35 | 351, 77L, 77W | 3h15-3h25 | – | Oneworld | B6, MF, MH, UL, VA, WB |
| MS Egyptair Also: AC, SM | 14 | 321, 738 | 3h05-3h31 | – | Star Alliance | AC, SM |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 0 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cairo from Doha
| Metric | DOH→CAI | BAH→CAI | DMM→CAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DOH | – | 91 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 4 | 11 |
| Weekly flights | 189 | 42 | 96 |
| Flight time | 3h 15m | 3h | 2h 30m |
Travel Essentials
DOH: +03 · CAI: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Doha, it's 6:00 PM in Cairo.
Qatari passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at Egyptian airports for stays up to 30 days. An eVisa is also available through the official portal (visa2egypt.gov.eg) with single-entry and multiple-entry options. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least two blank pages.
The eVisa is processed within a few working days. Applying online before departure avoids the queue at the airport immigration counter.
Doha Metro Gold Line connects the city center directly to Hamad International; the Hamad International Airport station is at the terminal (15–20 min from Al Bidda / West Bay area, QAR 3–6). Metro runs 6am–11pm Sunday–Wednesday, until midnight Thursday, and 2pm–1am Friday. The Gold Line also connects to the Red and Green lines at Msheireb station for wider coverage.Taxis from West Bay / downtown Doha cost QAR 30–50 and take 15–25 minutes. Karwa taxis are metered and more regulated than informal options. Ride-hail apps (Careem, Uber) operate widely in Doha.
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.
DOH–CAI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DOH to CAI
Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) are connected by nonstop service from Qatar Airways, Egyptair and Cathay Pacific. With 189 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DOH to CAI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DOH to CAI is about 3 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,279 miles (2,058 km). There are approximately 189 weekly flights outbound and 196 return, totaling 385 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Bahrain, King Fahd and Queen Alia. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manama (BAH), Ad Dammam (DMM) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).