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Dubai to Cairo Trip Plan

Complete 5-day itinerary with costs, flights, and things to do

4.5h
Flight Time
$250
From (Economy)
5 days
Itinerary
Yes
Direct Flight

Flights from Dubai to Cairo

Direct flights are available from DXB to Cairo, averaging 4.5 hours. Here are current 2026 prices and airline options.

DXB
Dubai
✈️
4.5 hours · Direct
CAI
Cairo
Economy Class
$250
Round-trip, average 2026 price
Business Class
$1400
Round-trip, average 2026 price
Flight Duration
4.5h
Non-stop available
Departure Airport
DXB
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Best Airlines for This Route
Emirates EgyptAir flydubai

💡 Tips for Finding Cheap Flights

  • Book 6-8 weeks in advance for the best economy fares on this route
  • Fly midweek (Tuesday/Wednesday) to save 15-30% on DXB-Cairo flights
  • Use Google Flights fare alerts to track price drops on this route
  • Consider flying out of nearby airports for better deals
  • Visit during shoulder season for lower fares and fewer crowds

Trip Cost Breakdown

Estimated total cost for a 4-day trip from Dubai to Cairo across three budget levels.

Expense Budget Mid-Range Luxury
Round-trip Flights $600 $900 $3500
Hotel (3 nights) $45 $150 $510
Daily Expenses (4 days) $120 $320 $1000
Estimated Total $765 $1370 $5010

* Prices are estimates based on 2026 averages for one traveler. Daily expenses include meals, local transport, and activities. Actual costs may vary by season and booking time.

5-Day Cairo Itinerary

A curated day-by-day plan to make the most of your 5 days in Cairo, from arrival to departure.

Day 1

Arrival & Khan El Khalili

Land at Cairo International, transfer to downtown hotel, evening at Khan El Khalili bazaar, mint tea and shisha, dinner of koshari
Day 2

Pyramids of Giza

Full morning at Giza Plateau, Great Pyramid, Sphinx, optional camel ride, lunch with pyramid views, afternoon Egyptian Museum
Day 3

Islamic Cairo

Morning Citadel of Saladin and Muhammad Ali Mosque, Al-Azhar Park, afternoon exploring Muizz Street historic mosques and madrasas
Day 4

Saqqara & Memphis

Day trip to Saqqara Step Pyramid (oldest pyramid), Serapeum underground tombs, Memphis open-air museum, return via felucca on the Nile
Day 5

Nile & Departure

Morning Nile felucca sailboat ride, Grand Egyptian Museum (if open), last ful medames breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport

Where to Stay in Cairo

The best neighborhoods for visitors, whether you want to be in the heart of the action or prefer a quieter base.

Downtown Cairo
Zamalek
Garden City

Top Things to Do in Cairo

Must-see attractions and experiences to include in your Cairo itinerary.

🎯
Pyramids of Giza
Admission fee
$15
🎯
Egyptian Museum
Admission fee
$12
🎯
Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
Free entry
Free
🎯
Al-Azhar Mosque
Free entry
Free
🎯
Nile Felucca Ride
Admission fee
$5

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