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Flights from Riyadh to Cairo

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Fly from Riyadh to Cairo with Etihad Airways

Book flights from Riyadh to Cairo and swap the cultural capital of Saudi Arabia for ancient Egypt.

The first thing that probably springs to mind when you think of Cairo are the Giza Pyramids and fascinating Egyptian history, but there’s much more to uncover in this mesmerising city. From world-famous museums to beautiful architecture, plus outstanding restaurants, Cairo is simply waiting to be discovered.

Your flight from Riyadh to Cairo

Your journey from Riyadh to Cairo begins at King Khalid Airport located 22 miles (35 kilometres) from the city centre.

Flights from RUH to CAI will take off in a north-westerly direction, over Saudi Arabia and into Egypt before landing into Cairo International Airport. The distance from the airport to the city centre is around 14 miles (22 kilometres) with an estimated journey time of30 minutes when you travel by taxi or hire a car. The bus is the most cost-effective option, but this will take around 50 minutes to reach the centre.

*Aircraft, cabins and services may vary by route and flight. You can check this when you search for your flight. This page was last updated May 2021.

Flying from Riyadh to Cairo: FAQs

What is the best way to get from Cairo Airport to the city centre?

Perhaps the easiest way to reach the city centre of Cairo from the airport is to travel by taxi which takes around 30 minutes. These are readily available outside of the terminal, but it’s essential to know the difference between the two options. White taxis have metres, but the old black and white ones don’t, so a price will need to be negotiated before the journey.

Alternatively, organise an airport transfer with Etihad before you fly, and your onward travel to your hotel will be waiting for you at the airport when you arrive.

What is the best way to get to the pyramids of Giza?

There are several ways to reach the pyramids of Giza, the simplest being by taxi – whether a classic taxi or using a taxi app. Another option would be to hire a private guide and driver, but this costs considerably more. A great option between the two would be to book onto a tour as they often leave from Cairo and include other attractions.

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Discover the pyramids

Swap Riyadh’s modern, towering Kingdom Centre for the ancient Pyramids of Giza. Built to stand the test of time, the three pyramids were constructed over 4,500 years ago and are still going strong. The Great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest and largest of the three and is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still standing.

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See the mask of Tutankhamun

Those who enjoy spending a day at the National Museum will very much appreciate the treasures of the Egyptian Museum. Classed as one of the world’s great museums, it houses the largest collection of ancient Pharaonic antiques and is the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East. The collection of over 120,000 pieces spans from the Predynastic Period to the Greco-Roman era.