Direct (nonstop) flights from Aden to Cairo

2 airlines fly nonstop from Aden Intl (ADE) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). It's 1,475 miles (2,374 km), about 3h 30m in the air. Operated by Douniah Airlines, Yemenia.

ADE
Aden Intl
🇾🇪 Aden, Republic of Yemen
CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,475 mi
2,374 km
CO₂/pax
249 kg
−50 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Douniah Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Douniah Airlines Douniah Airlines Yemenia Yemenia

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Douniah Airlines DH Douniah Airlines
Route
ADE → CAI
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,475 mi
Yemenia IY Yemenia
Route
ADE → CAI
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,475 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Aden to Cairo with one stop · direct emits 249 kg CO₂ per passenger

ADE JED (Jeddah) CAI
Leg 1: 2h (721 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (755 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 299 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ADE → JED
2h · 721 mi
View ADE to JED flights →
Leg 2
JED → CAI
2h 10m · 755 mi
View JED to CAI flights →
ADE JIB (Djibouti) CAI
Leg 1: 45m (155 mi) Leg 2: 3h 48m (1,483 mi) Total: ~4h 33m 🍃 305 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ADE → JIB
45m · 155 mi
View ADE to JIB flights →
Leg 2
JIB → CAI
3h 48m · 1,483 mi
View JIB to CAI flights →
ADE RIY (Riyan) CAI
Leg 1: 1h (318 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,562 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 348 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ADE → RIY
1h · 318 mi
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Leg 2
RIY → CAI
3h 45m · 1,562 mi
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ADE GXF (Seiyun) CAI
Leg 1: 1h (331 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,471 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 335 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ADE → GXF
1h · 331 mi
View ADE to GXF flights →
Leg 2
GXF → CAI
3h 45m · 1,471 mi
View GXF to CAI flights →
ADE RUH (Riyadh) CAI
Leg 1: 2h (841 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,002 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 350 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ADE → RUH
2h · 841 mi
View ADE to RUH flights →
Leg 2
RUH → CAI
2h 50m · 1,002 mi
View RUH to CAI flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Aden to Cairo?

A nonstop flight from Aden (ADE) to Cairo (CAI) takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 1,475 miles (2,374 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Aden to Cairo?

2 airlines: Douniah Airlines, Yemenia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Aden to Cairo?

Yes. 2 airlines: Douniah Airlines, Yemenia.

How far is Aden from Cairo?

The flight distance from Aden to Cairo is 1,475 miles (2,374 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Aden to Cairo?

At 3h 30m, 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 Republic of Yemen 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 Aden to Cairo?

Roughly 249 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,245 km.

Is the return flight from Cairo to Aden 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 Aden 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 Aden Intl for this flight?

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