Direct (nonstop) flights from Athens to Cairo

2 airlines fly nonstop from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). It's 687 miles (1,106 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Aegean Airlines, EgyptAir.

ATH
Athens International Airport
🇬🇷 Athens, Greece
CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
687 mi
1,106 km
CO₂/pax
127 kg
−91 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Aegean Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Aegean Airlines Aegean Airlines EgyptAir EgyptAir

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aegean Airlines A3 Aegean Airlines
Route
ATH → CAI
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
687 mi
EgyptAir MS EgyptAir
Route
ATH → CAI
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
687 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Athens to Cairo with one stop · direct emits 127 kg CO₂ per passenger

ATH SKG (Thessaloniki) CAI
Leg 1: 55m (186 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (859 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 218 kg CO₂ (+72% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATH → SKG
55m · 186 mi
View ATH to SKG flights →
Leg 2
SKG → CAI
2h 10m · 859 mi
View SKG to CAI flights →
ATH LCA (Larnaca) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 40m (578 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (351 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATH → LCA
1h 40m · 578 mi
View ATH to LCA flights →
Leg 2
LCA → CAI
1h 25m · 351 mi
View LCA to CAI flights →
ATH BEY (Beirut) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 45m (706 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (350 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+74% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATH → BEY
1h 45m · 706 mi
View ATH to BEY flights →
Leg 2
BEY → CAI
1h 30m · 350 mi
View BEY to CAI flights →
ATH SSH (Sharm el Sheikh) CAI
Leg 1: 2h 20m (914 mi) Leg 2: 1h (232 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+87% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATH → SSH
2h 20m · 914 mi
View ATH to SSH flights →
Leg 2
SSH → CAI
1h · 232 mi
View SSH to CAI flights →
ATH TLV (Tel Aviv-Yafo) CAI
Leg 1: 2h (742 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (242 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 207 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATH → TLV
2h · 742 mi
View ATH to TLV flights →
Leg 2
TLV → CAI
1h 25m · 242 mi
View TLV to CAI flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Athens to Cairo?

A nonstop flight from Athens (ATH) to Cairo (CAI) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 687 miles (1,106 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Athens to Cairo?

2 airlines: Aegean Airlines, EgyptAir.

Is there a nonstop flight from Athens to Cairo?

Yes. 2 airlines: Aegean Airlines, EgyptAir.

How far is Athens from Cairo?

The flight distance from Athens to Cairo is 687 miles (1,106 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Athens to Cairo?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Greece to Egypt?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Egypt embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Athens to Cairo?

Roughly 127 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 635 km.

Is the return flight from Cairo to Athens also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Athens to Cairo?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Athens International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.