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Cheapest round-trip
$296
Typical prices: $293-$378
AJet, Air Cairo
Tue 12/4Tue 12/11
AMM - CAI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$299
Typical prices: $293-$378
Egyptair, Air Cairo
Thu 12/6Sun 12/9
AMM - CAI • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
On EgyptAir, allow extra time if you need baggage transfer on onward flights.
At Cairo, transit passengers may wait in a lounge while police hold documents.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Royal Jordanian, Egyptair and others. Average duration is 1h 33m.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 96% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 12% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $324 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Amman to Cairo (AMM-CAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Amman to Cairo

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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3:50 am - 1:35 pmAMM  Amman Queen Alia Intl-CAI Cairo
10h 45m1 stop Ankara Esenboga
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8:20 am - 10:40 amCAI  Cairo-AMM Amman Queen Alia Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$296Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 9
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10:00 am - 10:30 amAMM  Amman Queen Alia Intl-CAI Cairo
1h 30mnonstop
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8:20 am - 10:40 amCAI  Cairo-AMM Amman Queen Alia Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$299Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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8:50 pm - 9:20 pmAMM  Amman Queen Alia Intl-CAI Cairo
1h 30mnonstop
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5:30 pm - 7:50 pmCAI  Cairo-AMM Amman Queen Alia Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$302Egyptair
Mon, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 12
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10:00 am - 10:30 amAMM  Amman Queen Alia Intl-CAI Cairo
1h 30mnonstop
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12:30 pm - 2:50 pmCAI  Cairo-AMM Amman Queen Alia Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$302Egyptair
Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 23
Air Cairo Logo
11:40 am - 12:00 pmAMM  Amman Queen Alia Intl-CAI Cairo
1h 20mnonstop
Air Cairo Logo
8:20 am - 10:40 amCAI  Cairo-AMM Amman Queen Alia Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$304Air Cairo
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30
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11:40 am - 12:00 pmAMM  Amman Queen Alia Intl-CAI Cairo
1h 20mnonstop
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8:20 am - 10:40 amCAI  Cairo-AMM Amman Queen Alia Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$304Air Cairo
Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 24
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7:30 pm - 8:00 pmAMM  Amman Queen Alia Intl-CAI Cairo
1h 30mnonstop
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9:00 pm - 11:30 pmCAI  Cairo-AMM Amman Queen Alia Intl
1h 30mnonstop
$312Jordan Aviation
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
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7:30 pm - 8:00 pmAMM  Amman Queen Alia Intl-CAI Cairo
1h 30mnonstop
Jordan Aviation Logo
9:00 pm - 11:30 pmCAI  Cairo-AMM Amman Queen Alia Intl
1h 30mnonstop
$312Jordan Aviation
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 19
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12:30 pm - 1:05 pmAMM  Amman Queen Alia Intl-CAI Cairo
1h 35mnonstop
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8:40 am - 11:00 amCAI  Cairo-AMM Amman Queen Alia Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$327Royal Jordanian
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
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1:30 am - 2:05 amAMM  Amman Queen Alia Intl-CAI Cairo
1h 35mnonstop
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1:20 pm - 3:40 pmCAI  Cairo-AMM Amman Queen Alia Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$332Royal Jordanian
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Price, demand and travel trends for Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo. It’s 2% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 1% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo at $285 round-trip.
•May ($391) and April ($368) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo the cheapest?

Flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Amman to Cairo

 
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on AMM

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CAI

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$173
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 16% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo

When to book flights from Amman to Cairo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Amman to Cairo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Amman to Cairo: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Amman to Cairo 
Verified travelerFlew with Royal Jordanian-Mar 2024
Be aware that if you sre a transit passenger at Cairo airport, you have to wait in a transit lounge and hand over your passport and other documentation to police until your boarding pass is issued.
LinaFlew with Egyptair-Feb 2024
EgyptAir cannot handle short transit time for baggage transfer. Make sure you have plenty of transfer time if you must take this airline.

Your Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:30 am and lands at 3:03 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:50 pm and lands at 10:23 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 33m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    A nonstop flight from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo takes 1h 33m, covering 293 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo range from $293 to $378, with an average of $325 over the past 12 months. Anything below $293 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $325 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $325 round-trip and layover options via Hurghada (HRG) at $324.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    Royal Jordanian is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Egyptair has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo flights are:

    • Royal Jordanian: 96% on time
    • Egyptair: 84% on time
    • Jordan Aviation: 67% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $36–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Egyptair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, night flights for 22%, and afternoon flights for 11%.

  • How are flight prices from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $176, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cairo Airport (CAI)?

    Cairo Airport (CAI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Final Rentals
    • Hertz
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    Flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo usually depart from Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) and arrive at Cairo (CAI).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 55m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo pass through?

    One-stop flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo most commonly connect through:

    • Hurghada (HRG) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Kuwait City (KWI) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) - 20% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 4% on flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $320 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $331, a difference of $11.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    4 airlines operate flights between Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport and Cairo. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Royal Jordanian
    • Egyptair
    • Jordan Aviation
    • Air Cairo

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo?

    Flying via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 02m, compared with 6h 06m via Hurghada (HRG) and 8h 02m via Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH).

  • What is the time difference between Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport and Cairo?

    Cairo is 1 hour behind Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport (Eastern European Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cairo?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cairo are Tahrir Square, Egyptian Museum and Cairo International Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Cairo on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo flights?

    Among airlines operating Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo flights:

    • Egyptair: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Egyptair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Royal Jordanian: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Jordan Aviation: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Does CAI have porter services?

    Yes, Airssist provides porter and Meet and Greet services at CAI. Meet and Greet begins with a hostess welcoming travelers on arrival with a personalized name board. Porters assist with carrying luggage throughout the airport. The service also includes exclusive access to dedicated immigration counters, customs clearance assistance and lounge access.

  • Where can I park my car at AMM?

    AMM offers Premium parking, Premium VIP, Economy parking, Executive parking and Valet parking. Premium parking is a short walk from the terminal, while Premium VIP is closer to the passenger terminal and has wider spaces. Economy parking includes a free shuttle bus every 10 minutes.

Your guide to booking Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $320, about $11 less than Sunday fares (3% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo trip for February. Fares historically average $285 round-trip in that month - typically $106 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Royal Jordanian. Over the past three months, 96% of Royal Jordanian flights from Amman Queen Alia Intl Airport to Cairo arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 55m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Hurghada Airport (HRG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $324 round-trip on this route - about $1 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cairo Airport.

    • Le Méridien Cairo Airport
    • Novotel Cairo Airport
    • Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
  • On this route, you'll use Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Jizya, 35 km south of Amman and Cairo International Airport (CAI), east of Cairo. AMM is the largest and busiest airport serving Amman and its surroundings and it is a hub for Royal Jordanian Airlines. CAI is the primary airport serving Cairo and a hub for Nile Air.
  • Visit the airport prayer rooms at AMM if you need a quiet place to relax, meditate, or pray before your flight.
  • Look for currency exchange at both airports. At AMM, AJIB and Global Exchange offer foreign exchange services in several locations, including the Departures Level. At CAI, full-service banking and currency exchange sites are available in all terminals.
  • Use the Automated People Mover (APM) at Cairo International Airport (CAI) if you need to get between terminals. It connects Terminal 1 (TB1), Air Mall, Car Park, Terminal 2 (TB2) and Terminal 3 (TB3) in 5 minutes, making CAI easier to navigate.
  • To relax and refresh at Cairo International Airport, head to one of the airport's private lounges. If you flew with Egyptair, you can use its lounges in Terminal 3. If you're departing from Terminal 2, you can use the CAC Lounge. You can also pay at the door to use the First Class Lounges at Cairo International Airport.

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Direct departures

Amman Queen Alia Intl to Cairo

Monday

Egyptair,Royal Jordanian

Egyptair,Royal Jordanian

Tuesday

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation,Royal Jordanian

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation, +1 more

Wednesday

Air Cairo,Egyptair,Royal Jordanian

Air Cairo,Egyptair, +1 more

Thursday

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation,Royal Jordanian

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation, +1 more

Friday

Air Cairo,Egyptair,Royal Jordanian

Air Cairo,Egyptair, +1 more

Saturday

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation,Royal Jordanian

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation, +1 more

Sunday

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation,Royal Jordanian

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation, +1 more

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Direct returns

Cairo to Amman Queen Alia Intl

Monday

Egyptair,Royal Jordanian

Egyptair,Royal Jordanian

Tuesday

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation,Royal Jordanian

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation, +1 more

Wednesday

Air Cairo,Egyptair,Royal Jordanian

Air Cairo,Egyptair, +1 more

Thursday

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation,Royal Jordanian

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation, +1 more

Friday

Air Cairo,Egyptair,Royal Jordanian

Air Cairo,Egyptair, +1 more

Saturday

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation,Royal Jordanian

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation, +1 more

Sunday

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation,Royal Jordanian

Egyptair,Jordan Aviation, +1 more

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