On this page, you can book flights from Douala to Cairo. The 3658 km flight operates approximately twice a week. To plan your transfer, we recommend checking in advance how to get to the airport of departure and how to get from the airport to the city upon arrival.
The main carrier on this route is EgyptAir. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low-price calendar and price trend chart below to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Douala → Cairo on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Egyptair. Departures from Douala Airport airports, arrivals at Cairo International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Douala — Cairo by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,699 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 3,576 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Douala → Cairo, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,792 | high | May | AED 1,482 | medium | Sep | AED 1,344 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,723 | high | Jun | AED 1,379 | low | Oct | AED 1,654 | high |
| Mar | AED 1,620 | medium | Jul | AED 1,413 | low | Nov | AED 1,585 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,551 | medium | Aug | AED 1,482 | medium | Dec | AED 1,792 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Cairo is characterized by hot summers and dry, mild winters. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 37.1°C, while the coolest is January, when temperatures drop to 9.1°C. Precipitation is extremely rare, with only small amounts seen in March.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in July, starting AED 1,888. In June, tickets are also available at a great price starting AED 1,900. The most expensive period to buy at the moment is March, when the price rises to AED 2,660.
July is the most budget-friendly month to fly, despite the peak temperatures. If you're looking for a compromise between cost and weather, consider November, when flights start AED 2,467 and the heat subsides to comfortable levels.
Regular flights on this route are provided by EgyptAir. The carrier operates about two flights per week, offering passengers both direct flights and options with convenient connections. To check the current schedule for specific days of the week and route details, please review the airline profile provided below.
Flights Douala — Cairo depart from Douala Airport and arrive at Cairo International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
Approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 4 hours 20 minutes, covering a distance of 3658 km. The exact duration depends on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
The main operator providing regular service is EgyptAir. There are about two flights per week in total on this route.
All international flights from Cameroon arrive at Cairo International Airport (CAI), which is the region's main transportation hub.
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand. You can check the current minimum for your desired dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
It is recommended to start your search 1.5–2 months before your planned trip. On this route, prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches due to the limited number of direct flights.
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