Thessaloniki to Cairo (SKG–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
ATH Spata-Artemida 3h 50m 6EA3EK A3ETJU Spata-Artemida (ATH) to Cairo flights
LCA Larnaca 4h 55m A3GQW6 ETEYLH Larnaca (LCA) to Cairo flights
TLV Tel Aviv 5h 25m 6HA3IZ LH Tel Aviv (TLV) to Cairo flights
BUD Budapest 5h 55m FRW6 ETLOMS Budapest (BUD) to Cairo flights
FCO Rome 5h 55m A3AZFR AZEYFB Rome (FCO) to Cairo flights
VIE Vienna 6h 18m A3FROS MSOSTP Vienna (VIE) to Cairo flights
IST Istanbul 6h 25m A3GFTK ETJULO Istanbul (IST) to Cairo flights
MXP Ferno (VA) 6h 48m A3TPU2 LOMSNE Ferno (VA) (MXP) to Cairo flights
OTP Otopeni 7h FRRO RO Otopeni (OTP) to Cairo flights
BGY Orio al Serio (BG) 7h 5m FR E5NP Orio al Serio (BG) (BGY) to Cairo flights
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Thessaloniki to Cairo
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.

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

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for SKG to CAI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
30
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,433
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.

Other ways to reach Cairo from Thessaloniki

Nearby airports with service to Cairo International Airport.
Metric SKG→CAI SOF→CAI
Distance from SKG 152 mi
Nonstop airlines 1
Weekly flights
Airports within 200 miles of SKG with service to Cairo International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Cairo is 0 hours the same as Thessaloniki.
SKG: EEST · CAI: EEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Thessaloniki, it's 6:00 PM in Cairo.
Visa & Entry

Greek passport holders need a visa for Egypt. The easiest option is a single-entry eVisa, which you can apply for online at least 5 days before travel. It allows stays of up to 30 days. A visa on arrival is also available at major airports for $25 (single entry). Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date.

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.

SKG–CAI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Thessaloniki to Cairo route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: SKG
IATA / ICAOSKG / LGTS
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Passengers/yr7.3M
Elevation22 ft / 7 m
Destination: CAI
IATA / ICAOCAI / HECA
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Passengers/yr29.0M
Elevation322 ft / 98 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SKG to CAI flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Athens Eleftherios Venizelos, Larnaca and Ben Gurion.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to CAI and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
Nearby alternatives include SOF. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 Athens Eleftherios Venizelos, Larnaca and Ben Gurion. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sofia (SOF).