Ferno (VA) to Cairo (MXP–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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1,626 mi airlines 64/wk
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Flight Schedule 24 flights Verified 15m ago
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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
LO5299cs
LO LOT Polish Airlines
738
1:35 PM
CEST T1
6:15 PM
EEST
3h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MS704+3
MS Egyptair
321
2:30 PM
CEST T1
7:10 PM
EEST
3h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
TP7005cs
TP TAP Air Portugal
321
2:30 PM
CEST T1
6:10 PM
EEST
2h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SM8704cs
SM Air Cairo
738
2:30 PM
CEST T1
7:10 PM
EEST
3h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
TP7007cs
TP TAP Air Portugal
738
5:50 PM
CEST T1
9:30 PM
EEST
2h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SM806
SM Air Cairo
320
6:00 PM
CEST T1
10:45 PM
EEST
3h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MS706+2
MS Egyptair
738
6:39 PM
CEST T1
9:30 PM
EEST
1h 51m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SM8706cs
SM Air Cairo
773
6:50 PM
CEST T1
10:30 PM
EEST
2h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
NE301
NE Nesma
321
10:10 PM
CEST
2:45 AM+1
EEST
3h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SM804
SM Air Cairo
320
10:35 PM
CEST T1
2:55 AM+1
EEST
3h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SM803
SM Air Cairo
320
5:45 AM
EEST TS
9:45 AM
CEST
5h
M T W T F S S
Prices
TP7006cs
TP TAP Air Portugal
738
9:30 AM
EEST T3
1:30 PM
CEST
5h
M T W T F S S
Prices
SM8703cs
SM Air Cairo
738
9:35 AM
EEST T3
1:30 PM
CEST
4h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MS703+2
MS Egyptair
789
10:30 AM
EEST T3
1:30 PM
CEST
4h
M T W T F S S
Prices
SM2803
SM Air Cairo
320
11:00 AM
EEST TS
3:00 PM
CEST
5h
M T W T F S S
Prices
LO5300cs
LO LOT Polish Airlines
738
12:45 PM
EEST T3
3:50 PM
CEST
4h 5m
M T W T F S S
Prices
TP7004cs
TP TAP Air Portugal
738
12:50 PM
EEST T3
4:50 PM
CEST
5h
M T W T F S S
Prices
SM8705cs
SM Air Cairo
773
12:50 PM
EEST T3
4:50 PM
CEST
5h
M T W T F S S
Prices
MS705+3
MS Egyptair
738
1:50 PM
EEST T3
4:50 PM
CEST
4h
M T W T F S S
Prices
NO4930
NO Neos
737
2:55 PM
EEST T2
6:55 PM
CEST
5h
M T W T F S S
Prices
SM805
SM Air Cairo
320
3:30 PM
EEST TS
7:30 PM
CEST
5h
M T W T F S S
Prices
NO1590
NO Neos
737
3:45 PM
EEST T2
6:45 PM
CEST
4h
M T W T F S S
Prices
NO1930
NO Neos
737
3:55 PM
EEST T2
6:55 PM
CEST
4h
M T W T F S S
Prices
NE300
NE Nesma
738
5:55 PM
EEST T1
10:00 PM
CEST
5h 5m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Ferno (VA) to Cairo
2 carriers, 64 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 64 Flights/wk 1,626 mi 1h 51m nonstop +1h ahead 63 1-stop hubs

MXP–CAI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Egyptair and Nesma Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,626 miles in approximately 1h 51m. Beyond nonstop, 63 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MXP–CAI service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MS Egyptair Also: LO, SM, TP 14 321, 738 1h51-3h40 Star Alliance LO, SM, TP
NE Nesma Airlines 3 321 3h35
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – SM
321 Airbus A321 – MS, NE, TP
738 Boeing 737-800 – LO, MS, SM, TP
773 Boeing 777-300 – SM
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: MS (14 flights/wk, 82%)
Unaffiliated: NE (3 flights/wk, 18%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MXP to CAI direction.
Mon
8
flights
Tue
9
flights
Wed
10
flights
Thu
9
flights
Fri
9
flights
Sat
9
flights
Sun
10
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
10
Nonstop flights
64
Outbound / wk
68
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MXP to CAI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
63
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
4,013
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.

Other ways to reach Cairo from Ferno (VA)

Nearby airports with service to Cairo International Airport.
Metric MXP→CAI BGY→CAI
Distance from MXP 47 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 2
Weekly flights 64 11
Flight time 1h 51m 2h 14m
Airports within 200 miles of MXP with service to Cairo International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Ferno (VA).
MXP: CEST · CAI: EEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Ferno (VA), it's 7:00 PM in Cairo.
Distance & Flight Time
1,626 mi / 2,617 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 51m to 3h 45m.
Visa & Entry

Italian passport holders need a visa to enter Egypt. Apply for an eVisa at visa2egypt.gov.eg. A single-entry eVisa costs about $25 and allows stays of up to 30 days. A multiple-entry option is available for $60 and is valid for 180 days. Processing typically takes up to 4 working days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Visa on arrival is also available at Egyptian airports for Italian nationals, but the eVisa saves time at immigration.

Getting to MXP

The Malpensa Express train connects Milano Centrale and Milano Cadorna to Terminal 1 in 50–52 minutes, running every 30 minutes for €13 one-way. A second train route serves Gallarate and Varese. Terminal 2 (easyJet and low-cost) is connected to Terminal 1 by a free shuttle bus that takes about 7 minutes.

FlixBus and several coach operators serve the airport from Centrale for €5–8 but take longer, especially in traffic. Taxis are fixed-rate from Milan city (€90–100 to/from the city centre); private transfers are broadly comparable. Driving via A8 motorway takes 45–60 minutes in normal conditions.

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.

MXP–CAI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Ferno (VA) to Cairo route.
Route details
Distance1,626 mi / 2,617 km
Flight time1h 51m to 3h 45m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights64 out / 68 return
1-stop connections63 hubs
Origin: MXP
IATA / ICAOMXP / LIMC
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Passengers/yr28.9M
Elevation768 ft / 234 m
Destination: CAI
IATA / ICAOCAI / HECA
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Passengers/yr29.0M
Elevation322 ft / 98 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MXP to CAI flights.
Nonstop flights from Milan Malpensa International Airport to Cairo International Airport take approximately 1h 51m to 3h 45m. The route covers 1,626 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Egyptair and Nesma Airlines. Plus 3 codeshare partners.
There are approximately 64 nonstop flights per week from MXP to CAI. The return direction has about 68 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AYT, SOF, BER, TLS, VLC, AGP, SVQ, TLV, CPH, FCO, BRU, BUD, DWC, ZRH, AMS, PRG, MUC, FRA, MAN, CDG, BAH, BCN, MRS, HRG, LCA, WAW, LXR, AMM, OTP, DEL, BEY, IST, ATH, LHR, ALG, SSH, KWI, JED, TUN, JFK, DXB, YYZ, ORY, AUH, DOH, MIA, ARN, CMN, DUB, VIE, MAD, DUS, SZX, MCT, CGN, ICN, EWR, RMF, NRT, BKK, ADD, PEK and PVG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Ferno (VA).
Yes, return flights from CAI to MXP are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BGY. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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 MXP to CAI

Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) are connected by nonstop service from Egyptair and Nesma Airlines. With 64 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

MXP to CAI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MXP to CAI ranges from 1 hours 51 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,626 miles (2,617 km). There are approximately 64 weekly flights outbound and 68 return, totaling 132 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

63 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via AYT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Orio al Serio (BG) (BGY).