Fujairah to Cairo (FJR–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: Mar 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
FJR–CAI had nonstop service from Nile Air, last on the schedule in March 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 1,562 miles in 4h.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NP Nile Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cairo from Fujairah
| Metric | FJR→CAI | RKT→CAI | SHJ→CAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FJR | – | 43 mi | 53 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | – | 6 | 47 |
| Flight time | 4h | 2h 50m | 3h 40m |
Travel Essentials
FJR: +04 · CAI: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Fujairah, it's 5:00 PM in Cairo.
UAE passport holders can enter Egypt visa-free for up to 3 months. A valid passport is required at entry. No prior visa application, eVisa, or authorization is needed for short-term visits.
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.
FJR–CAI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FJR to CAI
Fujairah International Airport (FJR) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) had nonstop service from Nile Air, last on the schedule in March 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
FJR to CAI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FJR to CAI is about 4 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,562 miles (2,513 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ras Al Khaimah (RKT), Sharjah (SHJ) and Dubai (DXB).