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Cairo International Airport

IATA CAI ICAO HECA Large Airport Scheduled Service

Location

Airport Information

City

Cairo

Country

🇪🇬 Egypt

Continent

AF

Coordinates

30,1115, 31,3967

Elevation

322 ft (98 m)

Runways

Ident Length Width Surface Lighted
05R/23L 13 124 ft (4 000 m) 197 ft Asphalt Yes
05C/23C 13 123 ft (4 000 m) 197 ft Asphalt Yes
05L/23R 10 827 ft (3 300 m) 197 ft Asphalt Yes

À propos Cairo International Airport

L'aéroport international du Caire est le principal aéroport desservant Le Caire, la capitale de l'Égypte, et le deuxième aéroport le plus fréquenté d'Afrique. Situé à Héliopolis, à environ 15 kilomètres au nord-est du centre-ville, CAI accueille plus de 15 millions de passagers par an. L'aéroport est la base principale d'EgyptAir, membre fondatrice de Star Alliance et l'une des plus anciennes compagnies aériennes du monde. L'aéroport dispose de quatre terminaux, dont le Terminal 2, rouvert après une rénovation majeure, et le Terminal 3, un bâtiment moderne achevé en 2009. La ligne 3 du métro du Caire offre une connexion de transport en commun vers le centre-ville et la gare Ramses. CAI exploite trois pistes et sert de hub de correspondance pour les voyages entre l'Europe, l'Afrique et le Moyen-Orient. L'importance culturelle et historique du Caire en tant que porte d'entrée des pyramides de Gizeh et de la civilisation pharaonique génère un trafic touristique important. L'aéroport fonctionne également comme un centre clé pour les vols de pèlerinage vers La Mecque et Médine. La position stratégique de l'Égypte au carrefour de l'Afrique, de l'Asie et de l'Europe, combinée au rôle du Caire comme centre administratif et culturel majeur du monde arabe, soutient la fonction de hub de l'aéroport.

Aviation Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Cairo Airport to the city center?
Cairo Metro Line 3 connects the airport to downtown Cairo via Attaba and Nasser stations, with the journey taking about 45-60 minutes for EGP 10. This is the most affordable option. Taxis cost approximately EGP 200-350 (USD 6-11) for the 22 km trip, though travel time can exceed an hour due to Cairo's heavy traffic. Ride-hailing apps Uber and Careem are also widely used.
How many terminals does Cairo Airport have?
Cairo International Airport has three terminals. Terminal 1 is the oldest and serves several Middle Eastern and African carriers. Terminal 2 handles most international airlines and was renovated in 2016. Terminal 3, the newest and largest, serves EgyptAir and Star Alliance partners. A seasonal terminal handles Hajj and Umrah charter flights.
What is notable about Cairo Airport?
CAI is the busiest airport in Egypt and one of the busiest in Africa. It serves as the primary gateway to Egypt's ancient treasures including the Pyramids of Giza (40 km away), Luxor, and Aswan. The airport was originally built as a military airbase and has been continuously expanded since the 1960s to accommodate growing tourist and pilgrimage traffic.
Is there free Wi-Fi at Cairo Airport?
Free Wi-Fi is available in Terminal 3 and parts of Terminal 2. Coverage in Terminal 1 is limited. The Wi-Fi requires registration and provides basic browsing speeds. Premium lounges offer better connectivity. SIM cards from Vodafone Egypt, Orange, and Etisalat are available at airport shops.
Which airlines have a hub at Cairo Airport?
EgyptAir, a Star Alliance member and one of the world's oldest airlines (founded in 1932), uses CAI as its primary hub from Terminal 3. EgyptAir connects Cairo to destinations across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and North America. Nile Air and Air Cairo are domestic carriers also based at the airport.