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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo:

• Earliest: departs at 12:30 am and lands at 1:46 am
• Latest: departs at 11:30 pm and lands at 12:46 am.

The flight takes about 1h 16m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo takes 1h 16m, covering 233 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo range from $142 to $194, with an average of $169 over the past 12 months. Anything below $142 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the $169 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Air Cairo is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Egyptair has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo flights are:

• Air Cairo: 84% on time
• Egyptair: 68% on time
• Nile Air: 42% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 76% of the time on average.

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

The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Egyptair. Other aircraft seen on the route include ATR 42 / ATR 72 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, night flights for 22%, and evening flights for 11%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $150 to $848. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $76, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

Cairo Airport (CAI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $33 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Autounion Car Rental
• Avis
• Hertz
• Sixt

Flights from Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo usually depart from Sharm El Sheikh Intl (SSH) and arrive at Cairo (CAI).

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

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 Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 39m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $161 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $179, a difference of $18.

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

3 airlines operate flights between Sharm el-Sheikh and Cairo. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Air Cairo
• Egyptair
• Nile Air

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.

Among airlines operating Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo flights:

• Egyptair: offers free seat selection

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

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

• Air Cairo: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Egyptair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Nile Air: 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.

Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport features a children’s play area. This is ideal for guardians or parents traveling with their children. The play areas entertain children and help them burn off some energy before embarking on the long flight to Cairo. This is located in Terminal 2 close to the check-in counters.

When you arrive early at Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport, you can pass time at the airport lounges. The airport has the Pearl Lounge in both Terminal 1 and 2 that operates 24h a day. The lounges feature comfortable seats and couches with services such as air conditioning, internet, and refreshments.

Both Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport and Cairo International Airport are accommodative to passengers with reduced mobility. The airports have ramps making them wheelchair accessible. Those requiring additional support can contact their airlines before their departure or arrival.

Once you land at CAI, moving to the heart of the city is effortless. The Cairo Shuttle Bus is one of the preferred options to access the city center from the airport as it is convenient and affordable. You can opt for the taxi service if you wish to be dropped at specific destinations within the city. All these services are available 24h a day.