Cairo to Riyadh Flights
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Airfare Highlights
From flights departing on Mon, 26 Oct 2026.
Weather in Cairo and Riyadh
Live forecast for both cities, 12 Oct to 15 Oct.
Cairo
Thu, 15 Oct- Mon30° / 22°
- Tue31° / 20°
- Wed28° / 19°
Riyadh
Thu, 15 Oct- Mon37° / 26°
- Tue36° / 25°
- Wed36° / 25°
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How to travel Cairo to Riyadh
Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.
Air distance is about 1,612 km. 14 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Cairo to Riyadh
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Qatar Airways Flights
- Fares from
- EGP 11,497
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 28 in the list above
Saudia Flights
- Fares from
- EGP 5,814
- Non-stop
- 8 in these results
- Departures
- 26 in the list above
Turkish Airlines Flights
- Fares from
- EGP 26,202
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 18 in the list above
Flynas Flights
- Fares from
- EGP 5,387
- Non-stop
- 6 in these results
- Departures
- 16 in the list above
Royal Jordanian Flights
- Fares from
- EGP 13,767
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 11 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
| Fastest flight duration | 1h 45m · Flynas |
|---|---|
| First departure of the day | 00:20 · Turkish Airlines |
| Last departure of the day | 23:45 · Etihad Airways |
| Flight options found | 135 |
| Direct / non-stop options | 18 |
| Airport codes | Cairo–CAI, Riyadh–RUH |
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Mon, 26 Oct found 135 flight options, 18 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 00:20 and the last around 23:45. The fastest flight takes about 1h 45m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from EGP 3,986, Morning from EGP 4,647, Afternoon from EGP 4,648, Night from EGP 5,387. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Destination & City Travel Guide
About Cairo
Cairo takes more than a single monument stop. The Egyptian Museum stands near Tahrir Square, while Coptic Cairo has churches and a museum within a compact historic area. Islamic Cairo brings bazaars and mosques into another part of the city. The Giza pyramids lie across the metropolitan area and need their own travel window. Indian visitors should plan around traffic rather than distance alone. Cairo International Airport is northeast of the centre, and a licensed transfer can simplify the first arrival.
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Tips for travellers from India
Tahrir is useful for the Egyptian Museum and central Cairo, while a Giza stay favours the pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum. These are different sightseeing bases across the metropolitan area. Zamalek provides another island neighbourhood option, but still requires road transfers to the major archaeological sites. Choose the museum by its full name when arranging a car: the Egyptian Museum at Tahrir and the Grand Egyptian Museum near Giza are separate institutions.
The Grand Egyptian Museum’s inauguration took place in November 2025, adding a major collection destination near the pyramids. A Giza day can focus on that area rather than crossing back to Tahrir between visits. Coptic Cairo forms another compact heritage cluster, while Khan el-Khalili and nearby Islamic monuments belong to a different district. Cairo Airport is northeast of these sightseeing areas, so the first transfer may be much longer to Giza than to an eastern hotel. Its terminal allocation follows the operating airline rather than whether a ticket was bought through a partner. The airport publishes an airline directory for checking the actual departure building. A brief stay works better with one Giza day and one central or old-city day than with repeated river crossings. Each museum has its own admission arrangements, even when an excursion combines several archaeological stops.
Best time to visit Cairo
November to March, roughly 10–23°C, for outdoor archaeological visits.
Places to visit in Cairo
How to reach Cairo
By Air: Cairo International Airport (CAI) is about 22 km northeast of central Cairo; road transfers often take 35–70 minutes. Taxis, booked cars and city buses serve the terminals.
By Rail: Ramses station has intercity trains; Cairo Metro serves Tahrir Square and several historic districts.
By Road: Airport buses and taxis connect with city districts; intercity coaches use several terminals.
What to do in Cairo
Explore the Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square.
Visit the Coptic Museum in Old Cairo.
Browse lanes around Khan el-Khalili.
Plan a separate outing to the Giza pyramids.
Cairo airport information
Cairo International Airport (CAI).
About Riyadh
Riyadh is spread over a wide area, so choosing a few linked stops works better than trying to cross it repeatedly. The National Museum and Al Masmak Fortress introduce different periods of Saudi history; Diriyah, west of the centre, shows Najdi building traditions. Kingdom Centre supplies a city view. King Khalid International Airport is north of town, and the Yellow metro line gives some travellers an alternative to the road trip.
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What's new in Riyadh
- January 2026: The redeveloped International Terminal 2 opened at King Khalid Airport, completing the Terminals 1 and 2 improvement project.
- February 2026: Airport operations were reassigned, putting foreign international airlines in Terminal 5 and changing the arrival point for many overseas travellers.
Tips for travellers from India
Olaya is useful for a stay centred on offices and Kingdom Centre, while Diriyah requires a separate western excursion. The National Museum and Al Masmak Fortress belong to the older southern part of Riyadh, so grouping them reduces repeated cross-city transfers. The Yellow metro line provides an airport link, but a final interchange or road connection may still be necessary for the hotel.
Airport terminal advice published before February 2026 can point passengers to the wrong building. Match the airline’s updated terminal to the relevant metro stop or taxi destination. Terminals 1 and 2 handle Saudi carriers’ international operations; Terminals 3 and 4 serve their domestic flights. A domestic connection can therefore involve a change of building even when the same carrier operates both legs. Diriyah’s At-Turaif heritage area and dining district have their own booking arrangements, so select the intended attraction rather than assuming one admission covers the entire development. Plan the outdoor heritage visit separately from an indoor National Museum afternoon.
Best time to visit Riyadh
November to March, roughly 10–28°C, for outdoor districts.
Places to visit in Riyadh
How to reach Riyadh
By Air: King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is about 35 km north of central Riyadh; road trips often take 30–45 minutes. Yellow Line metro stations, taxis and app-based cars serve the airport.
By Rail: Riyadh Metro Yellow Line links airport terminals with King Abdullah Financial District; other lines meet across the network.
By Road: Intercity coaches and highways connect Riyadh with other Saudi cities; taxis cover long cross-town trips.
What to do in Riyadh
Explore the galleries at the National Museum of Saudi Arabia.
Walk the historic streets around Al Masmak Fortress.
Visit the At-Turaif district in Diriyah.
See Riyadh from Kingdom Centre.
Riyadh airport information
King Khalid International Airport (RUH). Following the February 2026 reassignment, Terminals 1 and 2 serve Saudi airlines’ international flights, Terminals 3 and 4 their domestic services, and Terminal 5 foreign airlines’ international flights. Indian airlines are foreign carriers in Saudi Arabia, so their Riyadh flights use Terminal 5.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Cairo to Riyadh flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Cairo to Riyadh dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Monday at EGP 3,986. This can change from week to week.
How far is Cairo from Riyadh by air?
The direct air distance between Cairo (CAI) and Riyadh (RUH) is about 1,612 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from CAI to RUH?
Yes. 18 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Cairo to Riyadh. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Cairo to Riyadh?
Qatar Airways, Saudia, Turkish Airlines, Flynas and 1 other are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Cairo to Riyadh?
The quickest non-stop Cairo to Riyadh flight on this page takes about 1h 45m. Non-stop flights here take between 1h 45m and 2h 40m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Cairo to Riyadh flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 30 KG, 1 Pieces and 23KG (23 KG X 1 pcs). Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Cairo to Riyadh flight fare?
The lowest Cairo to Riyadh fare on this page is EGP 3,986. Fares on the same dates run up to EGP 46,685, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do Cairo to Riyadh flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 00:20 and the last around 23:45, local time at Cairo. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 1,611.72 km.
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Lowest Cairo to Riyadh airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare | EGP 3,986 | 26/10/2026 | Air Cairo | 22:35 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | EGP 3,906 | 07/11/2026 | Air Cairo | 22:35 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | EGP 3,787 | 06/01/2027 | Air Cairo | 22:35 |
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Cairo to Riyadh Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Cairo and Riyadh is about 1,612 KM. In these results, journey times range from 1h 45m to 26h 15m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
Cairo to Riyadh Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 135 flight options, 18 of them non-stop. The first departure from Cairo is at 00:20 and the last is at 23:45. Flights leave from Cairo International and land at King Khaled Intl.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | Cairo to Riyadh |
| Aerial Distance | 1,612 KM |
| Flight Duration | 1h 45m - 26h 15m |
| Airport Codes | Cairo - CAI, Riyadh - RUH |
| Total Flights Available | 135 flights18 direct117 with layovers |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 00:20 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 23:45 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 41 flights2 direct39 with layovers |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 24 flights3 direct21 with layovers |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 22 flights4 direct18 with layovers |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | 14 flights5 direct9 with layovers |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | 34 flights4 direct30 with layovers |
Airport Information & Terminals
RUH: Riyadh airport. Riyadh airport transfer is usually easiest by taxi or official airport cab, especially with family baggage or late arrivals. Check hotel area before paying because business districts, residential zones and event venues can sit far apart.
