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$103+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Cairo (CAI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — CAI
Jun 26 — Jul 31
Fri 6/26
Fri 7/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Cairo are usually found in October or December, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 27, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/1411:00 am
RUH
-
CAI
1 stop5h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/179:20 am
CAI
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/24$213
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/47:25 am
RUH
-
CAI
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/2011:25 pm
CAI
-
RUH
1 stop6h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/129:00 pm
RUH
-
CAI
1 stop6h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/179:20 am
CAI
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/25$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/144:00 pm
RUH
-
CAI
1 stop6h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/2110:05 pm
CAI
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$224
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/75:00 am
RUH
-
CAI
1 stop6h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/1512:25 am
CAI
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$228
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/222:20 pm
RUH
-
CAI
1 stop12h 10m
Kuwait Airways
Sat 9/2610:50 am
CAI
-
RUH
1 stop6h 20m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 5/25$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/182:30 am
RUH
-
CAI
1 stop5h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/2212:10 pm
CAI
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26$231
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1610:00 am
RUH
-
CAI
1 stop7h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/302:40 am
CAI
-
RUH
1 stop7h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$233
This Air Cairo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Cairo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/153:00 pm
RUH
-
CAI
Nonstop3h 00m
Air Cairo
Thu 11/199:55 am
CAI
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 45m
Air Cairo
Deal found 5/24$234
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/102:40 am
RUH
-
CAI
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/1212:25 am
CAI
-
RUH
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26$235

Find flight deals from Riyadh to Cairo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) to Cairo (CAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$213
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$103
(CheapOair)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$390

Good round-trip deal

$301 or less

Good one-way deal

$175 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to Cairo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Cairo that are best for you.

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Price

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RiyadhCairo

RUH - CAI

RUHCAI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 7/11

12:00 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Cairo

Mon 9/7

10:50 am-5:30 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$412

RiyadhCairo

RUH - CAI

RUHCAI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 6/30

10:00 am-4:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Cairo

Fri 7/3

4:40 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$426

RiyadhCairo

RUH - CAI

RUHCAI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 6/25

12:05 pm-4:30 am

1 stop16h 25m

Cairo

Thu 7/30

5:30 am-4:00 am

1 stop22h 30m

$521

RiyadhCairo

RUH - CAI

RUHCAI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 6/26

12:05 pm-4:30 am

1 stop16h 25m

Cairo

Thu 7/30

5:30 am-10:25 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$521

RiyadhCairo

RUH - CAI

RUHCAI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 7/4

1:45 am-9:10 am

1 stop7h 25m

Cairo

Thu 8/20

9:45 pm-11:15 am

1 stop13h 30m

$554

RiyadhCairo

RUH - CAI

RUHCAI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 6/24

6:10 pm-9:05 am

1 stop14h 55m

Cairo

Tue 9/1

10:15 pm-5:25 am

1 stop7h 10m

$580

RiyadhCairo

RUH - CAI

RUHCAI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 6/25

12:15 pm-4:20 am

1 stop16h 05m

Cairo

Fri 8/14

6:05 am-12:15 am

1 stop18h 10m

$606

RiyadhCairo

RUH - CAI

RUHCAI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 11/21

3:40 am-1:05 am

1 stop22h 25m

Cairo

Sat 11/28

5:05 pm-2:10 am

2 stops32h 05m

$1,635

RiyadhCairo

RUH - CAI

RUHCAI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 6/24

3:40 am-2:05 am

1 stop22h 25m

Cairo

Fri 8/14

11:30 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$1,692

RiyadhCairo

RUH - CAI

RUHCAI

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 7/11

3:40 am-2:05 am

1 stop22h 25m

Cairo

Fri 7/24

11:30 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$1,692

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Compare providers for flights from Riyadh to Cairo

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Riyadh to Cairo in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Riyadh-Cairo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Riyadh-Cairo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Riyadh-Cairo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Riyadh-Cairo flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Riyadh-Cairo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Cairo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairo from Riyadh with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Cairo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riyadh to Cairo?

The best time to book flights from Riyadh to Cairo is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Cairo?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Cairo (average of $183). Flying from Riyadh to Cairo in May is currently the most expensive (average of $390). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RUH to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 27, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Riyadh to Cairo in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Riyadh to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Riyadh to Cairo. Price data was last updated on May 23, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riyadh to Cairo flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cairo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairo. Reviews last updated May 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with SAUDIA,flynas, andEgyptair from Riyadh to Cairo have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
690 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
690 reviews
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
690 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all
flynas
6.9
Okay
97 reviews
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
690 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
428 reviews
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
690 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all
Nile Air
6.1
Okay
19 reviews
SAUDIA
7.3
Good
690 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rehman,Mar 2026

LHE - RUH

Amazing, My wife loved the airline and staff. She commented food served didn’t taste good. Thats all

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh to Cairo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Riyadh to Cairo?

    If you book a flight from Riyadh to Cairo, you will be flying from King Khaled Intl to Cairo. Flights to Cairo (CAI) from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) take 2h 40m for a nonstop flight. There are 24 flights from King Khaled Intl to Cairo per day from 9 airlines.

  • How popular is this Riyadh to Cairo flight route?

    The Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Cairo flight path was viewed by 117 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Riyadh to Cairo?

    SAUDIA, Gulf Air, and Turkish Airlines can get you from Riyadh to Cairo in just under 2h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1000 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to Cairo round-trip?

    Flying on Nesma Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Cairo, with prices starting at $85. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SAUDIA and flyadeal, with the lowest prices starting at $106 and $107, respectively. Nesma Airlines is currently priced 65% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riyadh to Cairo one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $60 on Air Cairo. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include flyadeal from $61 and flynas from $69 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Riyadh to Cairo?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Riyadh to Cairo are Air Arabia (78%), Air France (71%) and flynas (69%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Cairo?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $117. While the most popular route (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Cairo) can be booked for $190 on average, our data indicates $1,000 when flying from Riyadh to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Riyadh to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Riyadh to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Riyadh to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Riyadh to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh to Cairo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riyadh to Cairo?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Cairo (average of $183). Flying from Riyadh to Cairo in May is currently the most expensive (average of $390). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Riyadh to Cairo

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh to Cairo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Nesma AirlinesCheapest$85Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SAUDIACheapest$106Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
flyadealCheapest$107Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EgyptairCheapest$120Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
flynasCheapest$126Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air ArabiaCheapest$173Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CairoCheapest$205Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Nile AirCheapest$208Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$241Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%

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