Mumbai to Cairo flights — EgyptAir plus Saudia and Emirates 1-stop options, fare trends and Egypt visa on arrival for Indians. Search live with FlightGPT.
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Quick answer: Mumbai to Cairo non-stop flights take about ≈ 6h non-stop (EgyptAir); 9–14h on 1-stop Gulf connections, operated by EgyptAir (non-stop); Saudia, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad 1-stop, EgyptAir non-stop ≈ 3x/week; daily 1-stops via the Gulf. Indian passport holders should check the visa requirement summarised below. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest BOM–CAI fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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EgyptAir operates the only Mumbai → Cairo non-stop, using an Airbus A330 about three times a week, with onward connections across Africa and Europe from its Cairo hub. On other days, or for cheaper fares, one-stop options include:
The EgyptAir non-stop is the fastest; Gulf one-stops run daily and can be competitively priced, so compare both when choosing dates.
The non-stop Mumbai → Cairo flight covers about 4,300 km in roughly 6 hours, tracking north-west across the Arabian Sea and the Arabian Peninsula. One-stop Gulf itineraries route via Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi or Saudi hubs, pushing total time to 9–14 hours depending on the layover. Cairo is 3 hours 30 minutes behind India (Egypt on EET UTC+2; India IST UTC+5:30). The EgyptAir non-stop often departs in the small hours of the morning.
Egypt's best weather and peak tourist season is October–April (cooler for the Pyramids, Luxor and Aswan), which raises fares; summer (June–August) is very hot inland but cheaper, with Red Sea resorts still busy. Indian holiday peaks (April–June, Diwali, Christmas–New Year) also lift prices. Because the non-stop runs only ~3x weekly, book it 6–10 weeks ahead for the best buckets. Check live fares in the FlightGPT search.
If your dates are flexible, target the EgyptAir non-stop days — it is the fastest and often well priced. Otherwise compare the Gulf one-stops (Saudia, Emirates, Qatar, Etihad), which run daily and sometimes undercut the non-stop. Mid-week departures usually beat weekends, and travelling in the summer shoulder can be cheaper. Book ahead given the limited non-stop frequency. Always confirm the live total in the FlightGPT search rather than relying on a quoted figure.
Mumbai (BOM) — international flights depart Terminal 2; allow about 3 hours, especially for the late-night EgyptAir departure. Cairo (CAI) — Cairo International is Egypt's main hub; EgyptAir uses Terminal 3 (the modern Star Alliance terminal), while some other carriers use Terminals 1 and 2. If connecting onward on EgyptAir, Terminal 3 keeps transfers within one building.
EgyptAir economy typically includes a generous checked allowance (often around 2 x 23 kg on this route) plus cabin baggage — confirm against your fare class. Gulf connecting carriers (Saudia, Emirates, Qatar, Etihad) usually offer 23–30 kg in economy. On a single through-ticket your bags are checked to Cairo. Verify exact allowances at booking, as fare-class rules differ between carriers.
Indian passport holders need a visa for Egypt. The standard route is the Egypt eVisa applied for online before travel (single or multiple entry, typically allowing a 30-day stay). Egypt does offer visa on arrival to some nationalities and to holders of certain valid visas/residences, but Indians should not assume eligibility — apply for the eVisa in advance unless you have confirmed you qualify. Always check the current rules on the official Egypt eVisa portal before you fly.
Dubai (Emirates) and Abu Dhabi (Etihad) — frequent, comfortable, with good Cairo onward service. Doha (Qatar) — excellent Hamad airport. Riyadh/Jeddah (Saudia) — often among the cheaper options and a relatively direct routing. All add a Gulf detour versus the non-stop, so choose by total time and layover length.
Cairo is hot and dusty; the best sightseeing weather is October–April. Carry your eVisa printout and onward/return proof. Egyptian pounds are the local currency; carry some cash for tips (baksheesh) and small purchases. The Pyramids of Giza are on the city's edge; allow extra days for Luxor, Aswan or a Nile cruise. Agree taxi fares or use ride apps. For the late-night non-stop, plan airport arrival logistics in Mumbai.
Cairo is the gateway to one of the world's greatest civilisations — the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, the Grand Egyptian Museum, and the medieval Islamic quarter and Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Beyond the capital lie Luxor and Aswan's temples, Nile cruises and the Red Sea resorts of Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh. It is a bucket-list destination that pairs ancient history with beach and desert add-ons.
Yes. EgyptAir operates a non-stop Mumbai–Cairo service on an Airbus A330 about three times a week, taking around 6 hours. On other days you connect via a Gulf hub such as Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi or a Saudi city.
EgyptAir flies the non-stop. One-stop options include Saudia (via Riyadh/Jeddah), Emirates (Dubai), Qatar Airways (Doha) and Etihad (Abu Dhabi), all running daily and sometimes cheaper than the non-stop.
The EgyptAir non-stop takes about 6 hours over roughly 4,300 km. One-stop Gulf connections run 9–14 hours depending on the hub and layover length.
Yes. Indian passport holders need a visa, normally the Egypt eVisa applied for online before travel (typically a 30-day stay). Do not assume visa on arrival eligibility — confirm current rules on the official Egypt eVisa portal.
October to April offers the coolest, most comfortable weather for the Pyramids and Nile sights. Summer (June–August) is very hot inland but cheaper, with Red Sea resorts still busy.
Cairo is 3 hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai. Egypt runs on EET (UTC+2); India runs on IST (UTC+5:30). Note Egypt may observe daylight saving, which can change the offset.
EgyptAir uses Cairo International Terminal 3, the modern Star Alliance terminal, which keeps onward EgyptAir connections within one building. Some other carriers use Terminals 1 and 2.
Target the EgyptAir non-stop days if flexible, or compare daily Gulf one-stops (Saudia, Emirates, Qatar, Etihad) which sometimes undercut it. Fly mid-week, book ahead, and check live fares in the FlightGPT search.
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There is no single "cheapest day" to fly Mumbai to Cairo — the lowest fare is the one you find by comparing live. Open the search above to line up Mumbai–Cairo prices across EgyptAir (non-stop); Saudia, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad 1-stop; booking ahead and avoiding peak weekends typically trims 25–40 percent off the walk-up fare.
Flying Mumbai to Cairo at short notice doesn't always mean overpaying. Off-peak departures and unsold seats on EgyptAir (non-stop); Saudia, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad 1-stop can surface real same-week deals. Put your date into the FlightGPT search above and we'll show every available BOM–CAI fare side by side in seconds.
Most travellers prefer the Mumbai to Cairo non-stop option. The direct Mumbai-Cairo flight time is ≈ 6h non-stop (EgyptAir); 9–14h on 1-stop Gulf connections. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Mumbai Cairo ticket but are open to a layover.
Mumbai–Cairo pricing rewards comparison over loyalty: the best value rotates between low-cost and full-service carriers depending on the date. FlightGPT's grid surfaces every Mumbai Cairo fare with baggage and meals counted in, so the genuinely cheapest all-in ticket is the one that rises to the top.