Jeddah to Cairo (JED–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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JED–CAI is served by 10 airlines with nonstop service. Saudia, Egyptair and flynas lead the route. The flight covers 756 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia Also: AF, GA, MH | 91 | 320, 321, 330, 333 | 1h-2h25 | – | SkyTeam | AF, GA, MH |
| MS Egyptair | 51 | 330, 333, 738 | 2h10 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| XY flynas | 42 | 32N | 1h10-2h10 | – | – | – |
| F3 Faso Airways | 21 | 320 | 1h-2h25 | – | – | – |
| SM Air Cairo | 20 | 320 | 1h45-2h10 | – | – | – |
| NE Nesma Airlines | 18 | 320, 321 | 1h53-2h15 | – | – | – |
| NP Nile Air | 15 | 320, 321 | 1h15-2h05 | – | – | – |
| E5 Air Arabia Egypt | 7 | 320 | 2h15 | – | – | – |
| UJ AlMasria Universal Airlines | 3 | – | – | – | – | – |
| QR Qatar Airways | 0 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cairo from Jeddah
| Metric | JED→CAI | TIF→CAI | YNB→CAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JED | – | 90 mi | 184 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 10 | 4 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 293 | 19 | 10 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 1h 15m | 0h 45m |
Travel Essentials
JED: +03 · CAI: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Jeddah, it's 6:00 PM in Cairo.
Saudi passport holders enter Egypt visa-free for up to 90 days. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. At Cairo International (CAI), Hurghada (HRG), or Sharm El Sheikh (SSH), Saudi nationals receive a stamp at immigration and are through quickly. Egypt and Saudi Arabia share deep cultural and economic ties, and this is one of the busiest air corridors in the Middle East.
The 90-day visa-free period can be extended at the Mogamma building in Tahrir Square, Cairo, or at local passport offices. For work or study, apply for the relevant permit before travel. Saudi-registered vehicles cannot cross into Egypt by road (no land border), but ferries operate between Jeddah and the Egyptian Red Sea ports of Safaga and Hurghada.
Direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo run about 2 hours 30 minutes on Saudia, EgyptAir, flynas, and flyadeal. Jeddah to Cairo runs about 2 hours. Multiple daily frequencies on both routes with low fares on budget carriers. Egypt uses the Egyptian pound (EGP), trading at roughly 13 EGP per SAR 1. ATMs are everywhere, and card payments work at hotels, malls, and restaurants. No mandatory vaccinations. Cairo's metro costs EGP 8 per ride (about SAR 0.60). Uber and Careem operate across Cairo, Alexandria, and resort cities. The Grand Egyptian Museum near the Giza pyramids opened in 2024 and charges EGP 600 (SAR 46) for foreign visitors.
The Haramain High Speed Railway connects JED Airport Station to Jeddah city (King Abdullah Station) in about 15 minutes (SAR 20–25). The same line runs to Mecca and Medina, making it useful for Hajj and Umrah travelers.Taxis from central Jeddah cost SAR 60–100 and take 25–45 minutes. Uber and Careem operate widely and typically run SAR 40–80. Driving yourself is straightforward; the airport is well signed from King Abdulaziz Road and the Ring Road.
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.
JED–CAI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Jeddah to Cairo
The JED–CAI corridor is one of the Middle East–North Africa region's most frequently flown routes, connecting Saudi Arabia's second city and Red Sea commercial hub with Egypt's capital and air gateway. Nine carriers maintain over 305 weekly departures on the roughly 2-hour sector. Saudia and EgyptAir anchor the full-service offering; flynas, Air Arabia, and Nile Air compete at the low-cost end. Egypt has the largest diaspora community in Saudi Arabia, driving sustained VFR demand alongside business travel.
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International
Jeddah's King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) opened its main terminal in 2018 and is designed to handle Hajj surge capacity. The Hajj Terminal operates during the pilgrimage season only and is not used for regular commercial service. For most of the year, JED–CAI flights depart from the Main Terminal. The airport is 19km north of central Jeddah.