Sharjah to Cairo (SHJ–CAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SHJ–CAI is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air Arabia, Egyptair and Air Cairo lead the route. The flight covers 1,509 miles in approximately 3h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 42 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G9 Air Arabia | 27 | 320, 32B | 3h50-4h50 | – | – | – |
| MS Egyptair | 7 | 738 | 4h04 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| SM Air Cairo | 7 | 320 | 3h45 | – | – | – |
| NP Nile Air | 4 | 320 | 3h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cairo from Sharjah
| Metric | SHJ→CAI | DXB→CAI | RKT→CAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SHJ | – | 11 mi | 33 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 45 | 84 | 6 |
| Flight time | 3h 45m | 2h 50m | 2h 50m |
Travel Essentials
SHJ: +04 · CAI: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Sharjah, it's 5:00 PM in Cairo.
UAE passport holders can enter Egypt visa-free for up to 3 months. A valid passport is required at entry. No prior visa application, eVisa, or authorization is needed for short-term visits.
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.
SHJ–CAI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SHJ to CAI
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) are connected by nonstop service from Air Arabia, Egyptair, Nile Air and Air Cairo. With 45 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SHJ to CAI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SHJ to CAI ranges from 3 hours 45 minutes to 4 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,509 miles (2,428 km). There are approximately 45 weekly flights outbound and 48 return, totaling 93 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
42 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via AYT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB), Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) and Dubai(Jebel Ali) (DWC).