Egypt · Cairo
تسجيل الوصول الإلكتروني في Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Egypt's busiest airport and EgyptAir's hub, serving 25+ million passengers a year. Three terminals — T1, T2, T3 (Sphinx) connected by Automated People Mover.
Now at Cairo International Airport
- Security wait (today, avg) 18 min
- Disruption No reported disruption
- Weather impact Clear, 14 °C
معلومات سريعة
شركات الطيران في Cairo International Airport
نصائح لـ Cairo International Airport
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T3 is for EgyptAir Star Alliance
EgyptAir's flagship terminal. T2 handles foreign carriers. APM (people-mover) connects T2 ↔ T3 in 5 minutes.
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Visa on arrival or e-visa
Most OECD passports get visa on arrival ($25, USD cash only). Or apply for e-visa at visa2egypt.gov.eg (recommended — skip the queue).
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Allow extra during Ramadan / Eid
Religious holidays significantly affect schedules and crowds. During Ramadan and Eid, arrive 30+ min earlier than usual.
الأسئلة الشائعة
Do I need a visa for Egypt?
Most OECD passports get visa on arrival ($25 USD cash) or can apply for e-visa online ($25). The e-visa is faster — apply 7+ days before.
How early should I arrive at Cairo Airport?
2 hours for international flights, 3 hours during Hajj/Umrah season. Egyptian airports have multiple security checks.
Is Cairo Airport safe?
Inside terminals: yes. Around the airport: use only authorized taxis or Uber. Beware of touts at arrivals.