Find Cheapest Airlines Flying from Muscat to Cairo

Choose from 3 carriers that fly from Muscat to Cairo, including Oman Air, Air Arabia Egypt, and Qatar Airways. Enjoy the cheapest tickets on this route with Air Arabia Egypt.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Muscat to Cairo according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Explore the cheapest flights from Muscat to Cairo in the next three months. Based on Trip.com's data from the latest 7 days, one-way direct flights start at AU$ 193, and round-trip direct tickets start at AU$ 360.

Displayed flight fares from Muscat to Cairo are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Muscat to Cairo Flight Details

The distance between Muscat and Cairo is approximately 2,769.51km. It takes around 4 hours 35 minutes on average to fly from Muscat to Cairo. Based on Trip.com's data travel demand peaks in January. The off-season for travel is August.

Cheapest one-way flight priceAU$ 193
Cheapest return ticket priceAU$ 360
Off-season for travelAugust
Peak season for travelJanuary
Flight distance2,769.51km
Average flight time4 hours 35 minutes
Popular airlineOman Air
Flight statistics for the Muscat–Cairo route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com Price Insights on Flights from Muscat to Cairo

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Muscat to Cairo?

Average price of one-way flights from Muscat to Cairo purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

According to Trip.com's data, the cheapest month for flights from Muscat to Cairo is October, with an average price of AU$ 245. Conversely, the most expensive month is typically June, with an average price of up to AU$ 490.

AU$ 490
AU$ 368
AU$ 245
AU$ 123
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 323
    Mar
  • AU$ 270
    Apr
  • AU$ 300
    May
  • AU$ 490
    Jun
  • AU$ 385
    Jul
  • AU$ 260
    Aug
  • AU$ 274
    Sep
  • AU$ 245
    Oct
  • AU$ 263
    Nov
  • AU$ 297
    Dec
  • AU$ 280
    Jan
  • AU$ 285
    Feb

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Muscat to Cairo?

Average price of round-trip flights from Muscat to Cairo purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from Muscat to Cairo are found during February, with an average price of AU$ 461. Conversely, the highest prices are found during July, with an average price of up to AU$ 814.

AU$ 814
AU$ 638
AU$ 461
AU$ 285
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 620
    Mar
  • AU$ 737
    Apr
  • AU$ 537
    May
  • AU$ 754
    Jun
  • AU$ 814
    Jul
  • AU$ 595
    Aug
  • AU$ 523
    Sep
  • AU$ 515
    Oct
  • AU$ 498
    Nov
  • AU$ 550
    Dec
  • AU$ 511
    Jan
  • AU$ 461
    Feb

What's the cheapest day to fly from Muscat to Cairo?

Data is based on the average flight price for each day of the week from Muscat to Cairo on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Muscat to Cairo is Saturday, with average prices lower than on other days. Avoid Wednesday, as prices are usually highest then.

AU$ 349
AU$ 301
AU$ 253
AU$ 205
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 292
    Mon
  • AU$ 311
    Tue
  • AU$ 349
    Wed
  • AU$ 309
    Thu
  • AU$ 315
    Fri
  • AU$ 253
    Sat
  • AU$ 326
    Sun

When is the cheapest day to fly from Muscat to Cairo during Good Friday?

Data is based on the lowest one-way fares from Muscat to Cairo during Good Friday, sourced from the Trip.com database over the last 3 days.

During Good Friday, the cheapest flights from Muscat to Cairo are on Mar 31, with the lowest fare of AU$ 219.

AU$ 262
AU$ 241
AU$ 219
AU$ 198
  • AU$ 220
    Mar 30
  • AU$ 219
    Mar 31
  • AU$ 262
    Apr 1
  • AU$ 228
    Apr 2
  • AU$ 220
    Apr 3
  • AU$ 219
    Apr 4
  • AU$ 228
    Apr 5

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Muscat (MCT) to Cairo (CAI)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Air Arabia Egypt offers one-way fares as low as AU$ 193 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. MCT to CAI on Sat, May 9), while EgyptAir offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from AU$ 360 departing on Fri, Apr 3 and returning on Fri, Apr 10.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Muscat to Cairo with the following airlines, including: Oman Air Air Arabia Egypt EgyptAir Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 4 hours 35 minutes to fly from Muscat (MCT) to Cairo (CAI).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Muscat to Cairo is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 36 flight per week flying from Muscat to Cairo. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Oman Air: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- WY405 (15:02) Oman Air: -/-/-/-/-/-/- -- WY123 (15:30) Oman Air: -/-/T/W/-/F/- -- WY2407 (22:21)
  • To find best deals on flights from Muscat to Cairo, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, May 9, with one-way flights priced at just AU$ 193.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Air Arabia Egypt.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Cairo travel is around January.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Muscat to Cairo is August, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our March flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Muscat to Cairo on March 30, 2026 with Air Arabia, with prices starting at AU$ 187.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Cairo, with Muscat International Airport to Cairo International Airport (MCT-CAI) is by far the most common option on this route: Cairo International Airport (CAI) Capital International Airport (CCE).
  • The time difference between Cairo and Muscat is 2h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flight from Muscat to Cairo

Set on the banks of Nile River, Cairo – the capital of Egypt is a city with rich culture and historical importance. Home to the World famous Pyramids standing tall from ancient times, it’s one of the largest metropolitan city in the Middle East and attracts travelers from across the world. The town is magnificently beautiful and charmingly chaotic.

Tip: The best time to visit Cairo is March - April, and October - November. The temperature is slightly lower, and the tourist crowd thinner.

Getting to Cairo

Cairo International Airport - CAI is, located about 15 kilometers from the heart of the Cairo city. There are multiple flying options available to travel from Muscat to Cairo. Air Arabia, Egypt Air, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Kuwait Airways, Oman Air, Turkish Airlines and few more airlines offer services in this route. Etihad Airways offers cheap flights from Muscat. Egypt Air has Direct flights to Cairo. You can also opt for connecting flights provided by Multiple Airlines. Muscat to Cairo flights takes around 4 hours of travel time on a direct flight and may go higher on connecting flight.

Tip: To get the best deal on airfares, plan your trip well in advance and look out for weekday’ deals.

Soak yourself in the spirit of Cairo

Cairo is a chaotic place, and you will find beautiful charm in this chaos. The constant buzz of the city, calls of prayers from minarets, winding roads filled with honking from luxurious cars alongside the brays of donkey carts, hawkers calling out prospective customers or haggling for the close of sale, fill up the atmosphere. Besides drowning yourself into this charm of the city you can visit many beautiful places. The list of tourist attraction is long, and you will be squeezing in as many places as possible in your itinerary. Topping every visitor list is Pyramids of Giza - one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

The piles of stone perfectly aligned to form a complex for pharaohs on their afterlife journey makes you feel insignificant. The Sphinx has never failed to charm the onlookers. The myths and tales woven around it make it more fascinating. One can keep gazing and admiring these ancient landmarks for hours. The museums across the city are filled with ancient artifacts that will keep you wondering about the craftsmanship in the era of chisel and hammer. Egyptian Museum located on famous Tahrir square houses the golden hoard from tomb of mysterious Tutankhamun. Cairo Citadel houses couple of beautiful and grand mosques and a National Military Museum of Egypt.

Presidential Abdeen Palace makes for a beautiful background on your Instagram travel diaries. There are many beautiful buildings and mosques built in Islamic style that will make you keep your cameras handy. Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, is also a UNESCO heritage site housing the colossal statue of Ramses-II. Coptic Museum, hanging Church, Baron Empain Palace, Al-Azhar Park, Cave Churches of Zabbalin, etc. are few more places of interest. A day trip to Alexandria or Wadi El Hitan are worth it

Where to Stay, Shop and Dine in Cairo

You will see plenty of shops and vendors selling souvenirs outside every tourist attraction. Visit Khan el-Khalili for pretty souvenirs to bring back home as memories. Enjoy sumptuous cuisine everywhere you visit, from street food to fine dining. Stay close to the city centre for ease of travel and connectivity. Hire a taxi for your convenience. A guided tour will be a good option for more information on history and culture.

Options to fly from Muscat to Cairo flights are plenty, customise your search and get the best prices for your travel dates. Travel on a budget, combine your Muscat to Cairo flight booking with discount hotel reservations for great deals.

To experience the culture, dining, shopping, unique attractions, and fun experiences, visit Cairo with trip.com

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Muscat toCairo

Which airlines offer the cheapest nonstop flights from Muscat to Cairo?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Muscat to Cairo on Trip.com in the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, Air Arabia Egypt offers the cheapest nonstop flights from Muscat to Cairo, with an average price of AU$ 243.

AU$ 192
AU$ 243
AU$ 295
AU$ 347
AU$ 398
Air Arabia Egypt
AU$ 243
Air Arabia Egypt
Gulf Air
AU$ 268
Gulf Air
Etihad Airways
AU$ 279
Etihad Airways
EgyptAir
AU$ 345
EgyptAir
Air Arabia
AU$ 345
Air Arabia
Oman Air
AU$ 398
Oman Air

Which airlines operate the most flights from Muscat to Cairo?

Data is based on the number of flights from Muscat to Cairo operated by each airline on Trip.com in the past month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, Oman Air operates the most flights from Muscat to Cairo, with 19 flight per week.

0
10
19
Oman Air
19
Oman Air
EgyptAir
5
EgyptAir
Air Arabia Egypt
3
Air Arabia Egypt
Air France
1
Air France
ITA Airways
0
ITA Airways
XL Airways France
0
XL Airways France

How many flights are there each day from Muscat to Cairo?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Muscat to Cairo within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, the most flights from Muscat to Cairo depart on Thursday, and the fewest flights depart on Monday.

24
15
6
0
Highest
6
Mon
11
Tue
19
Wed
24
Thu
21
Fri
16
Sat
13
Sun