Getting Around · Our pick in Cairo
Cairo International Airport
CAI
About Cairo International Airport
Cairo International Airport (CAI), north-east of the city beyond Heliopolis, is Egypt’s main airport. From 1 August 2026, visitors arriving here can also buy a digital visa on arrival by card, the UK government notes.
Why it's on our list
- Official website
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Cairo International Airport before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from Cairo International Airport are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 12 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Khan el-Khalili17 kmCar or taxi 57 min
- The Citadel18 kmCar or taxi 60 min
- The Egyptian Museum (Tahrir)20 kmCar or taxi 64 min
- The Pyramids of Giza32 kmCar or taxi 96 min
- Grand Egyptian Museum32 kmCar or taxi 98 min
- Sphinx International Airport52 kmCar or taxi 152 min
Main railway stations
- Ramses Station18 kmCar or taxi 59 min