$69 Cheap Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Cairo (CAI)

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Popular airlines from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)

Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Cairo (RUH-CAI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $69 for one-way flights and $131 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

flynas
Wed, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 19
RUH
Riyadh
CAI
Cairo
$131 Roundtrip, just found
$131
Roundtrip
just found
Select flynas flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Riyadh to Cairo, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $131 just found
flynas
Wed, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 19
RUH
Riyadh
CAI
Cairo
$145 Roundtrip, just found
$145
Roundtrip
just found
Select flynas flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Riyadh to Cairo, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $145 just found
flynas
Tue, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 1
RUH
Riyadh
CAI
Cairo
$153 Roundtrip, just found
$153
Roundtrip
just found
Select flynas flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Riyadh to Cairo, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $153 just found
Nesma Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 15
RUH
Riyadh
CAI
Cairo
$155 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Nesma Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Riyadh to Cairo, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $155 found 4 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 22
RUH
Riyadh
CAI
Cairo
$157 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Riyadh to Cairo, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $157 found 1 day ago
flynas
Wed, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 19
RUH
Riyadh
CAI
Cairo
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select flynas flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Riyadh to Cairo, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $157 just found
Flyadeal
Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4
RUH
Riyadh
CAI
Cairo
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select Flyadeal flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Riyadh to Cairo, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $157 just found
EGYPTAIR
Mon, Sep 22 - Sun, Sep 28
RUH
Riyadh
CAI
Cairo
$187 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select EGYPTAIR flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Riyadh to Cairo, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $187 found 10 hours ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Mon, Sep 1 - Wed, Oct 1
RUH
Riyadh
CAI
Cairo
$188 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Riyadh to Cairo, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $188 found 1 day ago
Nile Air
Fri, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 14
RUH
Riyadh
CAI
Cairo
$203 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Nile Air flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Riyadh to Cairo, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $203 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh (RUH) to Cairo (CAI)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $110 - $193 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Select flight to Sphinx Intl. SPX. Average driving time to city center is 36 minutes. Flights from $245
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Sphinx Intl.
Average driving time to city center36 min
Flights from $245
Flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Cairo (CAI)
Origin airport
King Khaled Intl.
Destination airport
Cairo Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Arabia Egypt, Air Cairo, EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Flyadeal, Gulf Air, Jazeera Airways, Kuwait Airways, Nesma Airlines, Nile Air, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudia, Turkish Airlines, flynas
Roundtrip price
$130
Distance
1001 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 43 mins

Riyadh to Cairo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Riyadh to Cairo

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Riyadh to Cairo are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Cairo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Cairo

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Riyadh to Cairo: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Riyadh to Cairo

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Riyadh to Cairo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $69 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Riyadh to Cairo flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Riyadh to Cairo airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $69 or cheap return flight from $131 from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Planning your trip for October is a good way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between RUH and CAI. You'll typically find the lowest prices during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
You can catch a nonstop flight from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) with 8 carriers, including:

  • Flynas
  • Saudia
  • EgyptAir
  • Air Cairo
  • Nile Air

What is the cheapest airline that flies from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) and Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) will change depending on when you want to travel. However, you'll generally find that low-cost carriers such as flynas and flyadeal have some of the best prices available. Use Expedia's filters to compare airlines in one place and find the right RUH to CAI flight that suits your budget.
How many flights per day from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
With, on average, 18 direct flights that operate from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) daily, you'll be up in the air in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
More passengers fly between RUH and CAI at 7 AM than at any other point in the day. Looking for a quieter experience? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from RUH to CAI?
If you depart on a Thursday, you'll get the greatest range of options for flights from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI).
What is the earliest flight from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)'s earliest flight to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) leaves at approximately 1:05AM UTC+3. With a total travel time of 3h, you'll touch down at around 3:05AM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Flights from RUH to CAI have an average travel time of 3 hours and 12 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 1,000 mi.
What airline has the least delays from RUH to CAI?
With 95% of flights usually arriving as scheduled, flyadeal has the best on-time performance for direct flights from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI). To monitor your flight status and get notifications about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
To avoid potential delays on the King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) route, fly before 3 PM. Later departures are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Cairo from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH)?
Hop on a direct flight from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo and arrive at Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI). Another convenient entry point into this city is Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from RUH to CAI shortly before your getaway is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a RUH to CAI flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a RUH to CAI flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. After selecting your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras including car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from King Khaled Intl. Airport (RUH) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Usually, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your RUH to CAI flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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