Lagos to Cairo (LOS–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
MS876
MS Egyptair
321
2:45 PM
WAT T2I
8:45 PM
EET
5h
M T W T F S S
Prices
MS875
MS Egyptair
789
8:50 AM
EET T3
1:45 PM
WAT
5h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Lagos to Cairo
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 2,442 mi 5h nonstop +1h ahead 17 1-stop hubs

LOS–CAI is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Egyptair leads the route. The flight covers 2,442 miles in approximately 5h. Beyond nonstop, 17 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop LOS–CAI service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MS Egyptair 7 321 5h Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
321 Airbus A321 – MS
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: MS (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, LOS to CAI direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LOS to CAI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
712
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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
+1h
Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Lagos.
LOS: WAT · CAI: EET

When it's 6:00 PM in Lagos, it's 7:00 PM in Cairo.
Distance & Flight Time
2,442 mi / 3,930 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 0m.
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.

LOS–CAI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Lagos to Cairo route.
Route details
Distance2,442 mi / 3,930 km
Flight time5h
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: LOS
IATA / ICAOLOS / DNMM
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Passengers/yr6.8M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m
Destination: CAI
IATA / ICAOCAI / HECA
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Passengers/yr29.0M
Elevation322 ft / 98 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LOS to CAI flights.
Nonstop flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Cairo International Airport take approximately 5h. The route covers 2,442 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Egyptair.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from LOS to CAI. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CMN, ZRH, DWC, NBO, FRA, IST, ADD, AMS, EBB, LHR, DXB, CDG, IAD, ABJ, BEY, DOH and JNB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Lagos.
Yes, return flights from CAI to LOS are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from LOS to CAI

Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) are connected by nonstop service from Egyptair. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

LOS to CAI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LOS to CAI ranges from 5 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,442 miles (3,930 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via CMN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.