Direct (nonstop) flights from Frankfurt to Cairo

3 airlines fly nonstop from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). It's 1,816 miles (2,923 km), about 4h 10m in the air. Operated by Condor, Lufthansa, EgyptAir.

FRA
Frankfurt Airport
🇩🇪 Frankfurt, Germany
CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,816 mi
2,923 km
CO₂/pax
307 kg
−39 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Condor +2
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Condor Condor Lufthansa Lufthansa EgyptAir EgyptAir

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Condor DE Condor
Route
FRA → CAI
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,816 mi
Lufthansa LH Lufthansa
Route
FRA → CAI
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,816 mi
EgyptAir MS EgyptAir
Route
FRA → CAI
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,816 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Frankfurt to Cairo with one stop · direct emits 307 kg CO₂ per passenger

FRA SKG (Thessaloniki) CAI
Leg 1: 2h 26m (959 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (859 mi) Total: ~4h 36m 🍃 346 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FRA → SKG
2h 26m · 959 mi
View FRA to SKG flights →
Leg 2
SKG → CAI
2h 10m · 859 mi
View SKG to CAI flights →
FRA MUC (Munich) CAI
Leg 1: 55m (186 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,630 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 335 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FRA → MUC
55m · 186 mi
View FRA to MUC flights →
Leg 2
MUC → CAI
3h 45m · 1,630 mi
View MUC to CAI flights →
FRA ATH (Athens) CAI
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,130 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (687 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 343 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FRA → ATH
2h 45m · 1,130 mi
View FRA to ATH flights →
Leg 2
ATH → CAI
1h 55m · 687 mi
View ATH to CAI flights →
FRA BUD (Budapest) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 35m (520 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,358 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FRA → BUD
1h 35m · 520 mi
View FRA to BUD flights →
Leg 2
BUD → CAI
3h 10m · 1,358 mi
View BUD to CAI flights →
FRA VIE (Vienna) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 25m (386 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,470 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 344 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FRA → VIE
1h 25m · 386 mi
View FRA to VIE flights →
Leg 2
VIE → CAI
3h 25m · 1,470 mi
View VIE to CAI flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Frankfurt to Cairo?

A nonstop flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Cairo (CAI) takes approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,816 miles (2,923 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Frankfurt to Cairo?

3 airlines: Condor, Lufthansa, EgyptAir.

Is there a nonstop flight from Frankfurt to Cairo?

Yes. 3 airlines: Condor, Lufthansa, EgyptAir.

How far is Frankfurt from Cairo?

The flight distance from Frankfurt to Cairo is 1,816 miles (2,923 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Frankfurt and Cairo?

Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Frankfurt. (Europe/Berlin vs Africa/Cairo.)

What type of aircraft flies from Frankfurt to Cairo?

At 4h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Germany 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 Frankfurt to Cairo?

Roughly 307 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,535 km.

Is the return flight from Cairo to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt Airport for this flight?

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