Cheap flights from Riyadh to Cairo

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Cheapest round-trip flights $162
flyadeal Nonstop 3 hr Sat, Apr 25 — Sun, Apr 26
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Cairo is currently $162
Cheapest one-way flight $83
flyadeal Nonstop 3 hr Wed, Apr 15
The cheapest one-way flight from Riyadh to Cairo is currently $83
Last-minute weekend getaway $294
Qatar Airways 1 stop 29 hr Fri, Mar 13 — Sun, Mar 15
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Riyadh to Cairo is currently $294
Cheapest business class flights $981
EgyptAir Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Apr 30 — Sun, May 3
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Riyadh to Cairo is currently $981
Fastest flight 2 hr 40 min The fastest nonstop flight from Riyadh to Cairo takes 2 hr 40 min
Nonstop flights Every day There 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: $245–455

Popular airlines from Riyadh to Cairo

  • Flynas
    Nonstop
    from $182
    Typical price: $170–355
    48 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - CAI Every day
    133 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - CAI Every day
  • Saudia
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $240–550
    29 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - CAI Every day
    223 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - CAI Every day
  • flyadeal
    Nonstop
    from $162
    Typical price: $160–410
    25 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - CAI Every day
    73 weekly connecting flights
    RUH - CAI Every day
  • Nile Air
    Nonstop
    from $255
    Typical price: $230–485
    22 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - CAI Every day
  • EgyptAir
    Nonstop
    from $257
    Typical price: $245–610
    20 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - CAI Every day
    1 weekly connecting flight
    RUH - CAI Every Thu
  • Air Arabia Egypt
    Nonstop
    from $207
    Typical price: $200–465
    10 weekly nonstop flights
    RUH - CAI Every day

Popular airports near Riyadh

  • King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
    Riyadh Saudi Arabia 30 min 17 mi
  • Prince Naif Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (ELQ)
    Al Qassim Province Saudi Arabia 3 hr 43 min 211 mi
  • Al-Ahsa Airport (HOF)
    Al Hofuf Saudi Arabia 3 hr 28 min 180 mi

Popular airports near Cairo

  • Cairo International Airport (CAI)
    Cairo Egypt 28 min 11 mi
  • Borg El Arab International Airport, Alexandria (HBE)
    Alexandria Egypt 2 hr 34 min 109 mi
  • Cairo Capital International (CCE)
    Cairo Egypt 1 hr 2 min 35 mi
  • Al Alamain International Airport (DBB)
    El Dabaa Egypt 3 hr 27 min 176 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 flyadeal from $162. The cheapest one-way flight was with flyadeal from $83.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Flynas flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $182, flying from Apr 17 to Apr 19.
  • The cheapest flyadeal flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $162, flying from Apr 25 to Apr 26.
  • The cheapest Nile Air flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $255, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 27.
  • The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $257, flying from May 7 to May 10.
  • The cheapest Air Arabia Egypt flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $207, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 27.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Riyadh to Cairo starts at $162 from Sat, Apr 25 to Sun, Apr 26. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $83 and departs on Wed, Apr 15.
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 48 nonstop flights and 133 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 29 nonstop flights and 223 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:
  • flyadeal offers 25 nonstop flights and 73 connecting flights per week. flyadeal flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) .
  • Nile Air offers 22 nonstop flights per week. Nile Air flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) .
  • EgyptAir offers 20 nonstop flights and 1 connecting flights per week. EgyptAir flies from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) .
  • Air Arabia Egypt offers 10 nonstop flights per week. Air Arabia Egypt 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 flyadeal from $162. The cheapest one-way flight was with flyadeal from $83.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Flynas flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $182, flying from Apr 17 to Apr 19.
  • The cheapest flyadeal flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $162, flying from Apr 25 to Apr 26.
  • The cheapest Nile Air flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $255, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 27.
  • The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $257, flying from May 7 to May 10.
  • The cheapest Air Arabia Egypt flight from Riyadh to Cairo is $207, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 27.
Flynas, Saudia, flyadeal, Nile Air, EgyptAir, Air Arabia Egypt, Nesma Airlines, Air Cairo and Lufthansa fly direct from Riyadh to Cairo.
  • There are 48 Flynas direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 29 Saudia direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 25 flyadeal direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 22 Nile Air direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 EgyptAir direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 10 Air Arabia Egypt 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 $294 is offered by Qatar Airways from Fri, Mar 13 to Sun, Mar 15.
Flynas, Saudia, flyadeal, Nile Air, EgyptAir, Air Arabia Egypt, Nesma Airlines, Air Cairo and Lufthansa fly direct from Riyadh to Cairo.
  • There are 48 Flynas direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 29 Saudia direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 25 flyadeal direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 22 Nile Air direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 EgyptAir direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 10 Air Arabia Egypt 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 $162 from Sat, Apr 25 to Sun, Apr 26 with flyadeal.
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 $981 from Thu, Apr 30 to Sun, May 3 with EgyptAir.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Riyadh and Cairo start at $162 from Sat, Apr 25 to Sun, Apr 26.
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 $294 from Fri, Mar 13 to Sun, Mar 15 with Qatar Airways.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Riyadh and Cairo at price $294 is offered by Qatar Airways from Fri, Mar 13 to Sun, Mar 15.
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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