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Flights from Riyadh to Cairo

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Cheapest one-way

US$ 35
Air Arabia Egypt Sun, Sep 27

76% below next 30d avg. (US$148)

Cheapest round-trip

US$ 133
flyadeal Sun, Oct 25

46% below next 30d avg. (US$245)

When to fly

October Cheapest month
January Peak month

Fastest flight

2h 40m 3m faster than avg. (2h 43m)

Recommended airlines

With a lowest one-way fare of US$35 , travelers can expect an average price of US$148 for upcoming trips, while round-trip tickets start at US$133 . Flights typically take around 2h 43m , but the fastest nonstop option completes the journey in just 2h 40m minutes. There are 106 flights weekly on this route. You can land at any one of the following hubs in Cairo: Cairo International Airport (CAI) , and Capital International Airport (CCE) . Flying from King Khalid International Airport to Cairo International Airport (RUH-CAI) is by far the most common option on this route. To secure the best rates, booking 40 days in advance is recommended, and the cheapest travel days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday .

Updated 5d ago · This content is an AI-powered summary based on Trip.com data. Prices and availability are subject to change. Please refer to actual prices, availability, and travel conditions.

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Riyadh to Cairo over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from US$35 and round-trip from US$133. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        RUH 12:00
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        CAI 15:05
        Riyadh - Cairo | Sun, Oct 25 | flyadeal
        CAI 13:50
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        RUH 17:20
        Cairo - Riyadh | Sat, Oct 31 | flyadeal
        US$133 US$183
        27% off
        27% off
        US$183 US$133
      • RUH 22:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 01:35
        Riyadh - Cairo | Fri, Oct 16 | flyadeal
        CAI 10:50
        2h 45m
        Nonstop
        RUH 13:35
        Cairo - Riyadh | Thu, Oct 22 | Flynas
        US$133 US$183
        27% off
        27% off
        US$183 US$133
      • RUH 12:00
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 14:40
        Riyadh - Cairo | Wed, Oct 14 | flyadeal
        CAI 10:50
        2h 45m
        Nonstop
        RUH 13:35
        Cairo - Riyadh | Wed, Oct 21 | Flynas
        US$135 US$183
        26% off
        26% off
        US$183 US$135
      • RUH 22:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 01:35
        Riyadh - Cairo | Sat, Oct 24 | flyadeal
        CAI 00:30
        1h 35m
        Nonstop
        RUH 03:05
        Cairo - Riyadh | Fri, Oct 30 | Flynas
        US$136
        26% off
        US$183 US$136
      • RUH 12:00
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 14:40
        Riyadh - Cairo | Tue, Oct 20 | flyadeal
        CAI 00:30
        2h 35m
        Nonstop
        RUH 03:05
        Cairo - Riyadh | Tue, Oct 27 | Flynas
        US$136
        26% off
        US$183 US$136
      • RUH 10:15
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 12:55
        Riyadh - Cairo | Sun, Oct 18 | flyadeal
        CAI 10:50
        2h 45m
        Nonstop
        RUH 13:35
        Cairo - Riyadh | Thu, Oct 22 | Flynas
        US$136
        26% off
        US$183 US$136
      • RUH 22:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 01:35
        Riyadh - Cairo | Wed, Oct 21 | flyadeal
        CAI 00:30
        2h 35m
        Nonstop
        RUH 03:05
        Cairo - Riyadh | Wed, Oct 28 | Flynas
        US$137
        25% off
        US$183 US$137
      • RUH 10:30
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 13:10
        Riyadh - Cairo | Mon, Oct 19 | flyadeal
        CAI 12:55
        2h 45m
        Nonstop
        RUH 15:40
        Cairo - Riyadh | Wed, Oct 21 | Flynas
        US$138
        25% off
        US$183 US$138
      • RUH 22:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 01:35
        Riyadh - Cairo | Sat, Oct 17 | flyadeal
        CAI 22:05
        2h 45m
        Nonstop
        RUH 00:50
        Cairo - Riyadh | Thu, Oct 22 | Flynas
        US$138
        25% off
        US$183 US$138
      • RUH 22:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 01:35
        Riyadh - Cairo | Sun, Oct 11 | flyadeal
        CAI 02:35
        2h 45m
        Nonstop
        RUH 05:20
        Cairo - Riyadh | Sat, Oct 17 | flyadeal
        US$139
        24% off
        US$183 US$139
      • RUH 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CAI 14:00
        Riyadh - Cairo | Wed, Sep 16 | Normal Airline
        CAI 15:00
        6h
        Nonstop
        RUH 16:00
        Cairo - Riyadh | Fri, Sep 18 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        RUH 04:45
        2h 50m
        Nonstop
        CAI 07:35
        Riyadh - Cairo | Sun, Sep 27 | Air Arabia Egypt
        US$35 US$82
        56% off
        56% off
        US$82 US$35
      • RUH 14:55
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        CAI 17:05
        Riyadh - Cairo | Tue, Nov 3 | Air Arabia Egypt
        US$42 US$82
        49% off
        49% off
        US$82 US$42
      • RUH 14:55
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        CAI 17:05
        Riyadh - Cairo | Tue, Nov 10 | Air Arabia Egypt
        US$43 US$82
        48% off
        48% off
        US$82 US$43
      • RUH 23:00
        2h 50m
        Nonstop
        CAI 01:50
        Riyadh - Cairo | Thu, Sep 24 | Air Arabia Egypt
        US$55
        33% off
        US$82 US$55
      • RUH 10:15
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 12:55
        Riyadh - Cairo | Tue, Sep 29 | flyadeal
        US$62
        24% off
        US$82 US$62
      • RUH 12:00
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 14:40
        Riyadh - Cairo | Wed, Oct 14 | flyadeal
        US$62
        24% off
        US$82 US$62
      • RUH 22:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 01:35
        Riyadh - Cairo | Mon, Oct 19 | flyadeal
        US$62
        24% off
        US$82 US$62
      • RUH 22:55
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        CAI 01:35
        Riyadh - Cairo | Sat, Oct 17 | flyadeal
        US$62
        24% off
        US$82 US$62
      • RUH 01:00
        7h 10m
        1 stop
        CAI 07:10
        Riyadh - Cairo | Wed, Nov 11 | Saudia
        US$59
        28% off
        US$82 US$59
      • RUH 02:30
        8h 55m
        1 stop
        CAI 11:25
        Riyadh - Cairo | Wed, Oct 28 | Saudia
        US$60
        27% off
        US$82 US$60
      • RUH 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CAI 14:00
        Riyadh - Cairo | Wed, Sep 16 | Normal Airline
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Flight.News
Flights from Riyadh to Cairo operate an average of 36 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 51.7% on-time departure rate and a 89.6% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Riyadh to Cairo flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Riyadh to Cairo are Saudia, EgyptAir, and flyadeal, among 11 carriers on this route. Air Arabia Egypt offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
Saudia logo Saudia
EgyptAir logo EgyptAir
flyadeal logo flyadeal
Nile Air logo Nile Air
Flynas logo Flynas
Nesma Airlines logo Nesma Airlines
Riyadh Air logo Riyadh Air
Air Cairo logo Air Cairo
Air Arabia Egypt logo Air Arabia Egypt
Gulf Air logo Gulf Air
Royal Jordanian logo Royal Jordanian
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Riyadh to Cairo according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Riyadh to Cairo Flight Information

The distance between Riyadh and Cairo is about 1,640.53 km. The average flying time from Riyadh to Cairo is around 2 hours 43 minutes. Based on Trip.com's latest data, travel demand is highest in January. The off-season for travel is October.

Cheapest one-way flight price US$35
Cheapest return ticket price US$133
Cheapest month October
Peak season for travel January
Flight distance 1,640.53 km
Average flight time 2 hours 43 minutes
Popular airline Saudia
Frequency ～106/week
Flight statistics for the Riyadh–Cairo route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com Price Trends on Flights from Riyadh to Cairo

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Riyadh to Cairo?

Average monthly one-way flight prices from Riyadh to Cairo, based on bookings made by Trip.com users over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Riyadh to Cairo is April, with an average price of US$34; while the month with the highest flight price is usually September, with an average price of up to US$67.

US$67
US$51
US$34
US$18
    Cheapest
  • US$67
    Sep
  • US$50
    Oct
  • US$57
    Nov
  • US$53
    Dec
  • US$56
    Jan
  • US$59
    Feb
  • US$41
    Mar
  • US$34
    Apr
  • US$61
    May
  • US$67
    Jun
  • US$62
    Jul
  • US$58
    Aug

Which month has the cheapest round-trip flights from Riyadh to Cairo?

The average price of round-trip flights from Riyadh to Cairo purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for round-trip flights from Riyadh to Cairo are found during October, with an average price of US$191. Conversely, the highest prices are found during March, with an average price of up to US$294.

US$294
US$243
US$191
US$140
    Cheapest
  • US$264
    Sep
  • US$191
    Oct
  • US$218
    Nov
  • US$230
    Dec
  • US$251
    Jan
  • US$245
    Feb
  • US$294
    Mar
  • US$240
    Apr
  • US$271
    May
  • US$270
    Jun
  • US$252
    Jul
  • US$277
    Aug

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Cairo (RUH-CAI)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Air Arabia Egypt offers one-way fares as low as US$35 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. RUH to CAI on Sun, Sep 27), while flyadeal offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$133 departing on Sun, Oct 25 and returning on Sat, Oct 31.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Riyadh to Cairo with the following airlines, including: Saudia flyadeal EgyptAir Nile Air Flynas Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 2 hours 43 minutes to fly from Riyadh to Cairo.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Cairo is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 106 flight per week flying from Riyadh to Cairo. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Saudia: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- SV417 (12:30) Flynas: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- XY263 (07:28)
  • To find best deals on flights from Riyadh to Cairo, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sun, Sep 27, with one-way flights priced at just US$35.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Air Arabia Egypt.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Cairo travel is around January.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Riyadh to Cairo is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh to Cairo on September 25, 2026 with flyadeal, with prices starting at US$68.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Cairo: Cairo International Airport (CAI), and Capital International Airport (CCE). Flying from King Khalid International Airport to Cairo International Airport (RUH-CAI) is by far the most common option on this route.
  • The time difference between Cairo and Riyadh is 1h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Riyadh to Cairo is US$148. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Riyadh to Cairo is US$245. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Riyadh and Cairo, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • flyadeal, Flynas and Air Arabia Egyptare the most popular budget airlines flying from Riyadh to Cairo. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Riyadh to Cairo

Which airline offers the cheapest direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Riyadh to Cairo on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, flyadeal provides the lowest-priced direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo, with fares starting at US$185.

US$163
US$185
US$208
US$230
US$252
flyadeal
US$185
flyadeal
Flynas
US$206
Flynas
Saudia
US$208
Saudia
Nesma Airlines
US$223
Nesma Airlines
EgyptAir
US$232
EgyptAir
Nile Air
US$252
Nile Air

Which airline operates the most flights from Riyadh to Cairo?

Total flights from Riyadh to Cairo across all airlines. (Based on Trip.com data from the past month)

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past month, Saudia operates the most frequent flights from Riyadh to Cairo, with 67 flights per week.

0
16
42
67
Saudia
67
Saudia
Flynas
51
Flynas
EgyptAir
31
EgyptAir
flyadeal
27
flyadeal
Nile Air
23
Nile Air
Malaysia Airlines
16
Malaysia Airlines

How many flights fly from Riyadh to Cairo daily?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Riyadh to Cairo within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on the past month's historical data from Trip.com, the number of flights from Riyadh to Cairo is the highest on Saturday and the lowest on Wednesday.

190
171
151
132
Highest
152
Mon
152
Tue
151
Wed
161
Thu
185
Fri
190
Sat
167
Sun

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