Cairo International Airport (CAI) Passenger & Transfer Guide
Everything you need to navigate Egypt's primary aviation gateway: Terminals 1, 2, and 3, arrivals procedures, baggage reclaim, and verified private taxi transfers.
How to Meet Your Chauffeur at CAI Hub
Chauffeurs meet travelers right outside the arrival terminal exit doors immediately after customs and baggage claim with a personalized name sign.
Disembark and proceed through international quarantine and health counters.
Purchase your Egypt Visa-on-Arrival at the official bank counters ($25 USD) before passport control if required.
Pass through Egyptian immigration and enter the baggage claim carousel hall.
Collect your checked luggage and walk through the customs screening checkpoint.
Step outside the arrival terminal exit doors where your designated driver is holding your name board.
💡 Essential Passenger Tips for CAI Hub
- • Official SIM card booths (Vodafone, Orange, WE, e&) operate 24/7 inside the arrivals lounges.
- • Complimentary 60 minutes waiting time begins only from flight landing time.
- • Free Automated People Mover (APM) train connects Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3.
VIP Arrival Services & Extras at CAI Hub
Upgrade your arrival experience at Cairo Airport with our verified ancillary services. Fast-track immigration, pre-ordered Egyptian eSIM/SIM cards, certified baby car seats, and luxury lounge passes.
Skip All Queues خدمة أهلاً والمسار السريع Cairo Airport VIP Fast-Track & Ahlan Service
Bypass long arrival queues. A dedicated VIP airport officer meets you at the jet bridge and expedites immigration, visa-on-arrival, and customs.
Family Essential كراسي أمان الأطفال والرضع Certified Child & Infant Car Safety Seats
Travel with peace of mind. European-certified (ECE R44/04 / i-Size) rear-facing infant capsules, toddler seats, and booster cushions pre-installed.
Instant 5G Data شريحة إنترنت واتصالات سياحية Egypt Tourist 4G/5G SIM & Data Package
Stay connected from the second you step out of customs. High-speed 30GB / 50GB prepaid data SIM pre-configured and handed directly to you by your driver.
Executive Luxury دخول صالات كبار الزوار بالمطار Cairo Airport VIP Executive Lounge Pass
Relax before your departure or transit flight. Gourmet hot buffet, chilled beverages, high-speed Wi-Fi, shower suites, and quiet resting pods in Terminals 1, 2, and 3.
Airlines Operating at CAI Hub
If your flight is operated by any of these airlines, you will arrive through this terminal:
Passenger Facilities at CAI Hub
Frequently Asked Questions: Cairo Airport (CAI) Overview
How many terminals are there at Cairo International Airport? ▼
CAI has three primary passenger commercial terminals (Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3) connected by an Automated People Mover (APM) and free shuttle buses.
How far is Cairo Airport from central Cairo and the Pyramids? ▼
The airport is located 21 km northeast of Downtown Cairo (approx. 40 minutes drive) and 38 km from the Giza Pyramids (approx. 50–70 minutes via the Ring Road).
Can I buy a local Egyptian SIM card upon arrival? ▼
Yes, official telecom booths from Vodafone, Orange, WE, and e& are situated right in the arrivals hall after baggage reclaim and remain open 24/7.