Cheap flights from Riyadh to Cairo

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Cheapest round-trip flights$224
Air CairoNonstop3 hrSat, Sep 19 — Mon, Sep 21
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Cairo is currently $224
Cheapest one-way flight$109
Air CairoNonstop3 hrFri, Aug 21
The cheapest one-way flight from Riyadh to Cairo is currently $109
Last-minute weekend getaway$276
Nesma AirlinesNonstop3 hrFri, Jun 26 — Sun, Jun 28
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Riyadh to Cairo is currently $276
Cheapest business class flights$706
Nile AirNonstop3 hrThu, Jun 25 — Sun, Jun 28
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Riyadh to Cairo is currently $706
Fastest flight2 hr 40 minThe fastest nonstop flight from Riyadh to Cairo takes 2 hr 40 min
Nonstop flightsEvery dayThere are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Cairo is typically October. The most expensive month to fly is typically March.
October
Cheapest
Typical prices: $125–185
March
Most expensive
Typical prices: $255–510

Popular airlines from Riyadh to Cairo

  • Flynas
    Nonstop
    from $254
    Typical price: $175–400
    41 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - CAIEvery day
    104 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - CAIEvery day
  • Saudia
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $225–475
    38 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - CAIEvery day
    228 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - CAIEvery day
  • EgyptAir
    Nonstop
    from $298
    Typical price: $250–610
    28 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - CAIEvery day
  • flyadeal
    Nonstop
    from $232
    Typical price: $160–455
    18 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - CAIEvery day
    35 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - CAIEvery day
  • Nile Air
    Nonstop
    from $275
    Typical price: $230–475
    17 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - CAIEvery day
  • Nesma Airlines
    Nonstop
    from $268
    Typical price: $285–490
    16 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - CAIEvery day

Popular airports near Riyadh

  • King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
    RiyadhSaudi Arabia29 min17 mi
  • King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
    DammamSaudi Arabia4 hr229 mi
  • Prince Naif Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (ELQ)
    Al Qassim ProvinceSaudi Arabia3 hr 42 min211 mi
  • Al-Ahsa Airport (HOF)
    Al HofufSaudi Arabia3 hr 28 min180 mi

Popular airports near Cairo

  • Cairo International Airport (CAI)
    CairoEgypt28 min11 mi
  • Borg El Arab International Airport, Alexandria (HBE)
    AlexandriaEgypt2 hr 31 min109 mi
  • Al Alamain International Airport (DBB)
    El DabaaEgypt3 hr 27 min176 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Riyadh to Cairo

The cheapest flights from Riyadh to Cairo are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from $125 to $185.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Cairo recently found on Google Flights was with Air Cairo from $224. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air Cairo from $109.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Flynas flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $254, flying from Sep 12 to Sep 13.
  • The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $298, flying from Sep 19 to Sep 21.
  • The cheapest flyadeal flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $232, flying from Sep 17 to Sep 21.
  • The cheapest Nile Air flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $275, flying from Jul 11 to Jul 13.
  • The cheapest Nesma Airlines flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $268, flying from Sep 19 to Sep 21.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Cairo starts at $224 from Sat, Sep 19 to Mon, Sep 21. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $109 and departs on Fri, Aug 21.
2 hr 40 min is the shortest flight time from Riyadh to Cairo.
Cairo has a hot desert climate with almost no rain. May–Sep can have scorching days and high humidity, while the rest of the year is cooler. Winter (Dec–Feb) has mild weather. It’s a year-round destination, but peak travel periods happen in the main vacations of Aug and Dec. The Cairo International Film Festival (Nov/Dec) is a major event focusing on Arab productions. Islamic celebrations include Eid al-Fitr (dates vary), with feasting to end Ramadan. Shortly after New Year, Coptic Christmas (Jan) includes church services.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Riyadh to Cairo.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Riyadh to Cairo really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Riyadh to Cairo.

In terms of nonstop flights, Flynas is the most popular. Flynas offers 41 nonstop flights and 104 connecting flights per week. Flynas flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI).

In terms of flights, Saudia is the most popular. Saudia offers 38 nonstop flights and 228 connecting flights per week. Saudia flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI).

Other popular airlines flying from Riyadh to Cairo are:
  • EgyptAir offers 28 nonstop flights per week. EgyptAir flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI).
  • flyadeal offers 18 nonstop flights and 35 connecting flights per week. flyadeal flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI).
  • Nile Air offers 17 nonstop flights per week. Nile Air flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI).
  • Nesma Airlines offers 16 nonstop flights per week. Nesma Airlines flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI).
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Riyadh and Cairo.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Cairo recently found on Google Flights was with Air Cairo from $224. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air Cairo from $109.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Flynas flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $254, flying from Sep 12 to Sep 13.
  • The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $298, flying from Sep 19 to Sep 21.
  • The cheapest flyadeal flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $232, flying from Sep 17 to Sep 21.
  • The cheapest Nile Air flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $275, flying from Jul 11 to Jul 13.
  • The cheapest Nesma Airlines flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $268, flying from Sep 19 to Sep 21.
Flynas, Saudia, EgyptAir, flyadeal, Nile Air, Nesma Airlines, Air Cairo and Air Arabia Egypt fly direct from Riyadh to Cairo.
  • There are 41 Flynas direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 38 Saudia direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 28 EgyptAir direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 18 flyadeal direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 17 Nile Air direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 16 Nesma Airlines direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Riyadh and Cairo at price $276 is offered by Nesma Airlines from Fri, Jun 26 to Sun, Jun 28.
Flynas, Saudia, EgyptAir, flyadeal, Nile Air, Nesma Airlines, Air Cairo and Air Arabia Egypt fly direct from Riyadh to Cairo.
  • There are 41 Flynas direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 38 Saudia direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 28 EgyptAir direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 18 flyadeal direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 17 Nile Air direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 16 Nesma Airlines direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Riyadh and Cairo start at $224 from Sat, Sep 19 to Mon, Sep 21 with Air Cairo.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Riyadh to Cairo, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Riyadh and Cairo start at $706 from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28 with Nile Air.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Riyadh and Cairo start at $224 from Sat, Sep 19 to Mon, Sep 21.
To book business class trips from Riyadh to Cairo, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Riyadh and Cairo starts at $276 from Fri, Jun 26 to Sun, Jun 28 with Nesma Airlines.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Riyadh and Cairo at price $276 is offered by Nesma Airlines from Fri, Jun 26 to Sun, Jun 28.
To find last-minute flight deals from Riyadh to Cairo, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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