$147 Cheap Flights from Sharjah (SHJ) to Cairo (CAI)

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Popular airlines from Sharjah (SHJ-Sharjah Intl.) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)

Cheap Flights from Sharjah to Cairo (SHJ-CAI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $147 for one-way flights and $296 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Cairo
Wed, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 9
SHJ
Sharjah
CAI
Cairo
$296 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$296
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Cairo flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Sharjah to Cairo, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $296 found 4 days ago
Air Cairo
Wed, Jul 16 - Fri, Jul 18
SHJ
Sharjah
CAI
Cairo
$304 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$304
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air Cairo flight, departing Wed, Jul 16 from Sharjah to Cairo, returning Fri, Jul 18, priced at $304 found 6 days ago
Qatar Airways
Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 15
SHJ
Sharjah
CAI
Cairo
$323 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$323
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Sharjah to Cairo, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $323 found 12 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 21
SHJ
Sharjah
CAI
Cairo
$324 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Sharjah to Cairo, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $324 found 16 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 15
SHJ
Sharjah
CAI
Cairo
$326 Roundtrip, just found
$326
Roundtrip
just found
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Mar 4 from Sharjah to Cairo, returning Sun, Mar 15, priced at $326 just found
Qatar Airways
Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 15
SHJ
Sharjah
CAI
Cairo
$326 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$326
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Sharjah to Cairo, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $326 found 12 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 21
SHJ
Sharjah
CAI
Cairo
$327 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$327
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Sharjah to Cairo, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $327 found 16 hours ago
Nile Air
Wed, Jul 23 - Thu, Jul 24
SHJ
Sharjah
CAI
Cairo
$330 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$330
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Nile Air flight, departing Wed, Jul 23 from Sharjah to Cairo, returning Thu, Jul 24, priced at $330 found 1 day ago
Air Arabia
Tue, Aug 26 - Sat, Dec 13
SHJ
Sharjah
CAI
Cairo
$334 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$334
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Air Arabia flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Sharjah to Cairo, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $334 found 8 hours ago
EGYPTAIR
Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 15
SHJ
Sharjah
CAI
Cairo
$362 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$362
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select EGYPTAIR flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Sharjah to Cairo, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $362 found 12 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sharjah (SHJ) to Cairo (CAI)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $188 - $355 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Cairo

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Sphinx Intl. SPX. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 36 minutes. Flights from $346
SPX
Sphinx Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center36 min
Flights from $346
Flights from Sharjah (SHJ) to Cairo (CAI)
Origin airport
Sharjah Intl.
Destination airport
Cairo Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Arabia, EGYPTAIR, Nile Air, Qatar Airways
Roundtrip price
$295
Distance
1508 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 45 mins

Sharjah to Cairo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sharjah 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 Sharjah to Cairo are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sharjah to Cairo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Sharjah to Cairo

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sharjah 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 Sharjah 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 Sharjah to Cairo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $147 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 Sharjah 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 Sharjah 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 Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) cost?
Snag cheap return flights starting from $317 from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Nile Air flight leaving SHJ on July 21 2025 and touching down at CAI. The price was last updated on July 8 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SHJ to CAI?
The cheapest flights from SHJ to CAI are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Avoid the layovers and travel straight to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) with 4 carriers, including:

  • Air Arabia
  • EgyptAir
  • Air Cairo

What is the cheapest airline that flies from SHJ to CAI?
With fares starting at $182 for a one-way journey from SHJ to CAI, Nile Air is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SHJ on September 29 2025. Prices were last updated on July 8 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Every day on average, 5 nonstop flights take off from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI). Select the departure date that best suits your travel plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Flights between SHJ and CAI are busiest at 8 AM. If you want a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper prices, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SHJ to CAI?
Fly on a Friday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI).
What is the earliest flight from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ)'s earliest flight to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) departs at approximately 2:50AM UTC+4. With a total flight time of 4h, you'll arrive at around 4:50AM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
It takes around 4 hours and 12 minutes to travel the 1,500 mi from SHJ to CAI.
What airline has the least delays from SHJ to CAI?
Air Arabia has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), with an on-time score of 89%. Use the Expedia App to see your journey status before you head off and get immediate updates about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
To avoid potential delays on the Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time 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 Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ)?
If you're taking a direct flight from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo, you'll land at either Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) or Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a flight from SHJ to CAI often results in higher prices. While it's possible to find some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for a better chance of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SHJ to CAI flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a SHJ to CAI flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. Once you've chosen your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras such as tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sharjah Intl. Airport (SHJ) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Usually, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your SHJ to CAI flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, 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 further details on our Customer Service portal.

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