O Aeroporto Internacional do Cairo (CAI) é o principal aeroporto do Egito e um dos mais movimentados de África e do Médio Oriente, localizado a aproximadamente 15 quilômetros a nordeste do centro do Cairo. Com mais de 15 milhões de passageiros anuais, o aeroporto serve como hub principal da EgyptAir, a companhia aérea mais antiga de África e do Médio Oriente, fundada em 1932. O aeroporto possui três terminais operacionais, com o Terminal 2 recentemente renovado para oferecer instalações modernas aos viajantes. A localização estratégica do Cairo, na encruzilhada entre a África, o Médio Oriente e a Europa, faz deste aeroporto um ponto de conexão natural para rotas transcontinentais. O aeroporto é a porta de entrada para uma das civilizações mais antigas e fascinantes do mundo — as Pirâmides de Gizé, a Esfinge e o Vale dos Reis estão todos acessíveis a partir do Cairo. A renovação extensiva dos terminais, incluindo novos sistemas de bagagem e áreas de check-in modernizadas, tem melhorado significativamente a experiência dos passageiros. As instalações incluem lounges, lojas duty-free com artesanato egípcio e restaurantes que servem tanto cozinha local como internacional. O aeroporto está conectado ao centro do Cairo por autoestrada e, mais recentemente, por uma linha de metro em desenvolvimento.

Aviation Terms

Iluminação de aeródromo (AGL: Airfield Lighting) Categoria Aeroporto (Airport Category) Elevação do Aeroporto (ELEV: Airport Elevation) Corpo de Bombeiros do Aeroporto (ARFF: Airport Fire Station) Sala VIP do Aeroporto (Airport Lounge) Ponto de referência do aeroporto (ARP: Airport Reference Point) Avental (Apron) Controle automatizado de passaportes (APC: Automated Passport Control)

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.