Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Cairo from $48

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 $48 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. RUH to CAI on Sun, Aug 30), while Air Arabia Egypt offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $157 departing on Sun, Aug 30 and returning on Sun, Sep 6.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Riyadh to Cairo with the following airlines, including: Saudia Nile Air flyadeal EgyptAir Flynas Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Riyadh (RUH) to Cairo (CAI) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 2 hours 50 minutes to fly from Riyadh (RUH) to Cairo (CAI).

• When is the best time to book flights 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.

• How many flights are there per week from Riyadh to Cairo?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 109 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 -- SV6676 (12:16) Air Cairo: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- SM470 (17:33) Riyadh Air: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- RX331 (16:23)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Riyadh to Cairo?

  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, Aug 30, with one-way flights priced at just $48.
  · 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.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Riyadh (RUH) to Cairo (CAI) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Riyadh to Cairo is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Riyadh to Cairo on?

  After crunching the numbers on our July flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh to Cairo on July 21, 2026 with Air Arabia Egypt, with prices starting at $47.

• Which airports can I fly to for Cairo from Riyadh?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Cairo, with King Khalid International Airport to Cairo International Airport (RUH-CAI) is by far the most common option on this route: Cairo International Airport (CAI) Capital International Airport (CCE).

• Is there any time difference between Riyadh and Cairo?

  The time difference between Cairo and Riyadh is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Riyadh to Cairo?

  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.