Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Dubai two hours ahead of Cairo.
Flights from CAI to DXB start from 00:50 — the first with Emirates. The last service of the day is at 23:35 with EgyptAir. In total, you can take your pick of 76 weekly Cairo International Airport to Dubai Airport flights.
Your CAI to DXB flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Emirates is your gateway to discovering Dubai (and perhaps some other great parts of United Arab Emirates!). Browse the direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Dubai Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Emirates.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier offering CAI to DXB flights. A dependable 91.36% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CAI and DXB include:
King Fahd International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
104 € is currently the best price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. A return flight starts at 179 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from CAI to DXB by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Dubai Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from CAI to DXB is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cairo International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
When it comes to Cairo International Airport's on-time performance, 63.38% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near CAI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider booking a hotel close to DXB if you have a late Cairo International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Dubai Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Dubai in April.
When booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No journey is complete without dropping by Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.