CAI · Cairo · Terminal T3 (Sphinx)
EgyptAir Check-in at Cairo International Airport
EgyptAir departs from Terminal T3 (Sphinx) at Cairo International Airport. Online check-in opens 24h before departure.
EgyptAir check-in rules at CAI
Step-by-step at Cairo International Airport
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Check in online
Open the EgyptAir app or website 24 hours before departure. Save the boarding pass to your phone wallet.
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Arrive at Terminal T3 (Sphinx)
EgyptAir flights at CAI depart only from Terminal T3 (Sphinx). Allow 120 minutes from arrival to gate.
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Drop off bags at T3 main hall
Bag-drop 3 hours before departure, closes 90 minutes before departure. Self-service kiosks available.
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Clear security
Submit your wait time on the airport page above to help others. Standard liquids rule: 100 ml in a single transparent bag.
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Walk to gate T3 gates D, F, H (international)
Allow 10–20 minutes from security to your gate. Boarding starts 45 minutes before departure; gate closes 30 minutes before.
Boarding EgyptAir at CAI
Terminal T3 (Sphinx) notes
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Typical gates
EgyptAir flights typically depart from gates T3 gates D, F, H (international).
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Walk time
Expect 10–20 minutes from security to the furthest gate.
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Eat & shop
T3 has Cilantro café, Cinnabon, multiple Egyptian/Arab restaurants. Duty-free strong on Egyptian souvenirs.
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Lounges
EgyptAir Lounge T3 (Business + Plus Gold/Platinum + Star Alliance Gold). Adequate facility with prayer room.
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Family / accessibility
Family priority lane. Stroller drop at gate. EgyptAir offers special meals for children if pre-ordered 24h+ before.
Known issues at CAI with EgyptAir
Ramadan / Eid affect schedules
Problem: Religious holidays cause schedule shifts and crowded terminals at CAI.
Solution: During Ramadan/Eid, verify departure 24h before. EgyptAir provides Iftar meals on flights during fasting hours.
Visa on arrival cash only
Problem: Egypt visa on arrival ($25) requires USD cash — no card payment at the visa counter.
Solution: Bring USD cash, or apply for e-visa at visa2egypt.gov.eg before flight ($25, paid by card).
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