Direct (nonstop) flights from Aqaba to Cairo

1 airline flys nonstop from Aqaba (AQJ) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). It's 219 miles (353 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by Royal Jordanian.

AQJ
Aqaba
🇯🇴 Aqaba, Jordan
CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
219 mi
353 km
CO₂/pax
41 kg
−67 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Royal Jordanian
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Royal Jordanian Royal Jordanian

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Royal Jordanian RJ Royal Jordanian
Route
AQJ → CAI
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
219 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Aqaba to Cairo with one stop · direct emits 41 kg CO₂ per passenger

AQJ AMM (Amman) CAI
Leg 1: 55m (156 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (293 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 108 kg CO₂ (+163% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AQJ → AMM
55m · 156 mi
View AQJ to AMM flights →
Leg 2
AMM → CAI
1h 30m · 293 mi
View AMM to CAI flights →
AQJ IST (Istanbul) CAI
Leg 1: 2h 50m (877 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (782 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 332 kg CO₂ (+710% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AQJ → IST
2h 50m · 877 mi
View AQJ to IST flights →
Leg 2
IST → CAI
2h 20m · 782 mi
View IST to CAI flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Aqaba to Cairo?

A nonstop flight from Aqaba (AQJ) to Cairo (CAI) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 219 miles (353 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Aqaba to Cairo?

Just Royal Jordanian.

Is there a nonstop flight from Aqaba to Cairo?

Yes. 1 airline: Royal Jordanian.

How far is Aqaba from Cairo?

The flight distance from Aqaba to Cairo is 219 miles (353 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Aqaba to Cairo?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Jordan 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 Aqaba to Cairo?

Roughly 41 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 205 km.

Is the return flight from Cairo to Aqaba 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 Aqaba 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 Aqaba for this flight?

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