Paris to Cairo flights
Direct and connecting flights from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Paris to Cairo take?
Flight time from Paris (CDG) to Cairo (CAI) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Paris to Cairo?
Airline availability for CDG to CAI changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Paris to Cairo?
Direct (nonstop) availability on CDG to CAI varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Egyptair5-yr attributed events: 3Last 90 days: none recorded
- Air France5-yr attributed events: 10Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Egyptair | 5 sightings | No recorded events |
| Air France | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning CDG → CAI
CDG to CAI is a medium-haul route of 3,210 km (1,995 mi). See the return CAI → CDG route.
Alternative airports near Paris: Paris (LBG) — 9 km, Creil (CSF) — 27 km, Paris (ORY) — 34 km.
Alternative airports near Cairo: Cairo (CWE) — 46 km.