Cairo International Airport Guide
Everything you need to know about CAI — terminals, arrivals, departures, transfers, facilities and more.
Cairo Airport (CAI) — Quick Facts
Cairo International Airport is Egypt’s largest and busiest airport, handling over 16 million passengers annually. It sits 22km northeast of central Cairo and operates across three passenger terminals.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| IATA Code | CAI |
| Location | Heliopolis, 22km from Cairo centre |
| Terminals | Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3 |
| Main Airline | EgyptAir (Terminal 2 & 3) |
| Transfer to City | 30–60 min by private car |
| Airport Code | CAI |
Complete Airport Guide — Choose Your Topic
Terminals Overview
Which terminal is yours? T1, T2 or T3 — explained.
Arrivals Guide
Step-by-step from plane to exit — visas, baggage, customs.
Departures Guide
Check-in, security, departure hall — what to expect.
Terminal 2
EgyptAir hub — gates, lounges, facilities.
Terminal 3
International airlines — gates, shops, transfers.
Facilities & Services
Lounges, WiFi, ATMs, restaurants, pharmacies.
Airport Hotels
Hotels near Cairo Airport — 5-star to budget.
Transport Options
Private transfer, taxi, bus — compared.
Visa on Arrival
Who qualifies, cost, process — step by step.
Traveller Tips
Pro tips for a smooth Cairo Airport experience.
Cairo Airport Transfer — Pre-Book for a Stress-Free Arrival
The biggest mistake travellers make at Cairo Airport is getting into an unlicensed taxi. Prices are not metered, drivers may not speak English, and negotiating after a long flight is exhausting. Our private transfers have a fixed price agreed in advance, a driver waiting in arrivals with your name, and 24/7 WhatsApp support.
Fixed Price
Agreed before you land — no negotiating at the airport
Meet & Greet
Driver waits in arrivals hall with your name
Flight Tracking
Delays covered — we adjust your pickup automatically
Book Your Cairo Airport Transfer
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