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

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
MS553
MS Egyptair
738
12:30 PM
WAT
7:25 PM
EEST
4h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MS876
MS Egyptair
789
2:33 PM
WAT T2I
9:23 PM
EEST
4h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MS552
MS Egyptair
738
6:30 AM
EEST
11:30 AM
WAT
7h
M T W T F S S
Prices
MS875
MS Egyptair
789
9:35 AM
EEST T3
1:00 PM
WAT
5h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Lagos to Cairo
1 carrier, 11 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 11 Flights/wk 2,442 mi 4h 50m nonstop +2h ahead 20 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 4h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 20 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 11 738, 789 4h50-4h55 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – MS
789 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – MS
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: MS (11 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
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
11
Outbound / wk
11
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LOS to CAI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
20
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
757
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
+2h
Cairo is 2 hours ahead of Lagos.
LOS: WAT · CAI: EEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Lagos, it's 8:00 PM in Cairo.
Distance & Flight Time
2,442 mi / 3,930 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 50m to 4h 55m.
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 time4h 50m to 4h 55m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights11 out / 11 return
1-stop connections20 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 4h 50m to 4h 55m. The route covers 2,442 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Egyptair.
There are approximately 11 nonstop flights per week from LOS to CAI. The return direction has about 11 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ABV, DWC, ACC, ZRH, MXP, CMN, ADD, DXB, FRA, AMS, IST, NBO, EBB, BEY, LHR, CDG, ABJ, IAD, DOH and JNB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Cairo is 2 hours 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 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

LOS to CAI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LOS to CAI ranges from 4 hours 50 minutes to 4 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,442 miles (3,930 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via ABV. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.