Reykjavík to Cairo (KEF–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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
CPH Copenhagen 8h 25m AIAYEK ETMSSM Copenhagen (CPH) to Cairo flights
AMS Amsterdam 8h 30m AIEKFI ETHVKL Amsterdam (AMS) to Cairo flights
MXP Ferno (VA) 8h 45m AIEKFI LOMSNE Ferno (VA) (MXP) to Cairo flights
DUB Dublin 9h 5m EKFITP MS Dublin (DUB) to Cairo flights
ZRH Zurich 9h 30m AIEKFI LXMS Zurich (ZRH) to Cairo flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 9h 40m AIEKFI ACAFKL Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to Cairo flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 9h 45m AIEKFI ACLHMS Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Cairo flights
MAN Manchester, Greater Manchester 9h 55m EKFITK MS Manchester, Greater Manchester (MAN) to Cairo flights
LHR London 9h 55m AIBAEK ACBAMS London (LHR) to Cairo flights
BER Berlin 10h 10m FI MSSM Berlin (BER) to Cairo flights
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Reykjavík to Cairo
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+3h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between KEF and CAI, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for KEF to CAI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
30
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~34h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,897
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Cairo is 3 hours ahead of Reykjavík.
KEF: GMT · CAI: EEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Reykjavík, it's 9:00 PM in Cairo.
Getting from CAI

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 Climate

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.

KEF–CAI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Reykjavík to Cairo route.
Route details
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: KEF
IATA / ICAOKEF / BIKF
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Passengers/yr8.3M
Elevation171 ft / 52 m
Destination: CAI
IATA / ICAOCAI / HECA
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Passengers/yr29.0M
Elevation322 ft / 98 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KEF to CAI flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Copenhagen Kastrup, Amsterdam and Milan Malpensa.
Cairo is 3 hours ahead of Reykjavík.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Copenhagen Kastrup, Amsterdam and Milan Malpensa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.