Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, making Abu Dhabi two hours ahead of Cairo.
Take your pick of 67 weekly Cairo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. The 00:05 departure with Hi Fly Malta is the earliest flight you can take. EgyptAir operates the last service of the day at 23:55.
To ensure you catch your CAI to AUH flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Abu Dhabi (and then other parts of United Arab Emirates) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with:
Most travellers choose to fly with Hi Fly Malta on this route.
Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier operating CAI to AUH flights, with 75.07% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CAI and AUH:
Hamad International Airport
King Fahd International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
C$145 is currently the best price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$297. These fares may change based on demand.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CAI to AUH.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
63.38% of flights that leave from Cairo International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CAI? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
If you have a late Cairo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near AUH:
Grab an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car and discover Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Boost your chances of snagging a great deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a good move.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Cairo International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CAI to AUH sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Sharjah is another favourite destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without a visit to Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.