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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
72% Trains in Cairo are 72% cheaper than in Nairobi.
Nairobi £0.6
Cairo £0.17
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
10% The average meal is 10% more expensive in Cairo than in Nairobi.
Nairobi £3.02
Cairo £3.33
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 60.26 EGP
1 EGP = 0.02 GBP
Last checked on 07 May 2024
Distance: 2195 miles
Nairobi airports
Wilson Arpt (WIL) How far from city centre: 3 miles
Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal (NBO) How far from city centre: 10 miles
Cairo airports
Cairo International Airport (CAI) How far from city centre: 1 miles

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If you are planning to visit Cairo from Nairobi, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from Kenya to Egypt, Nairobi - Cairo is one of the most popular routes.

In the Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal Airport NBO, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at Cairo International Airport Airport CAI airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in Egypt.

The flight duration is approximately 12 h and 20 m, covering a distance of about 3532 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) catering to your route from Nairobi NBO to Cairo CAI: Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways, Egyptair.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Nairobi to Cairo

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Egypt. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Nairobi to Cairo at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £272 for the route Nairobi - Cairo. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Cairo more expensive than Nairobi to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Cairo costs an average of 0.25 GBP pounds, 79% cheaper than Nairobi, with a fare of 1.21 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 72% less in Cairo: 0.17 GBP pounds against 0.60 GBP pounds in Nairobi. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 3.33 GBP euros in Cairo, 10% more than the 3.02 GBP euros in Nairobi. The price of a coffee is approximately 34% cheaper in Cairo, with an average of 1.16 GBP euros, while in Nairobi the coffee costs 1.76 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Nairobi to Cairo?
The most popular months to book from Nairobi to Cairo are June, July and May.
When would be the best time to travel from Nairobi to Cairo?
The best time of the year to visit Cairo from Nairobi really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, June is the best month to fly to  Cairo from Nairobi in terms of searches from our customers, followed by July and December. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds March, August and February are the months with fewer searches for Nairobi -  Cairo.
What is the duration of a flight from Nairobi to Cairo?
Flight duration from Nairobi to Cairo is around 04:47 hours on average, at an average distance of 3,540 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Cairo compared to Nairobi?
The average temperature in Nairobi is 30.06 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 6.0 mm ,Cairo's temperatures reach 40.41 during the hot season, with 0.5 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 5.68 degrees in Cairo, compared to the 9.29 average degrees reported in Nairobi. During the winter period, Nairobi can register 2.3 mm precipitation, while Cairo have an average of 0.9 mm rain level.
From which airports is it possible to fly from Nairobi to Cairo?
The main route from Nairobi to Cairo is: Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal (NBO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). The following airlines fly this route:
  • Egyptair.
  • Kenya Airways.
  • Etihad Airways.
The airlines that fly indirectly from Nairobi to Cairo are:
The airlines that fly indirectly from Nairobi to Cairo are:
  • Etihad Airways, stopping in Abu Dhabi for 380 minutes at least.
  • Ethiopian Airlines, with 70 minutes stop in Addis Ababa.
Flight Time 4 h and 47 m Flights from Nairobi and Cairo last around 4 h and 47 m, although this flight time may also depend on other factors.
Cheapest flight £272 The cheapest price available for flights from Nairobi to Cairo that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Airport of Departure Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal You will depart from Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal when flying from Nairobi to Cairo
Airport of Arrival Cairo International Airport Outbound flights from Nairobi to Cairo arrive at Cairo International Airport

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