Direct (nonstop) flights from Milan to Cairo

3 airlines fly nonstop from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). It's 1,589 miles (2,557 km), about 3h 40m in the air. Operated by Air Arabia Egypt, Nile Air, AlMasria.

BGY
Orio al Serio International Airport
🇮🇹 Milan, Italy
CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,589 mi
2,557 km
CO₂/pax
268 kg
−56 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Air Arabia Egypt +2
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Air Arabia Egypt Air Arabia Egypt Nile Air Nile Air AlMasria AlMasria

Route data last updated: May 24, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Arabia Egypt E5 Air Arabia Egypt
Route
BGY → CAI
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,589 mi
Nile Air NP Nile Air
Route
BGY → CAI
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,589 mi
AlMasria UJ AlMasria
Route
BGY → CAI
Flight Time
3h 40m
Distance
1,589 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Milan to Cairo with one stop · direct emits 268 kg CO₂ per passenger

BGY SKG (Thessaloniki) CAI
Leg 1: 2h 5m (758 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (859 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 324 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BGY → SKG
2h 5m · 758 mi
View BGY to SKG flights →
Leg 2
SKG → CAI
2h 10m · 859 mi
View SKG to CAI flights →
BGY ATH (Athens) CAI
Leg 1: 2h 30m (906 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (687 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 320 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BGY → ATH
2h 30m · 906 mi
View BGY to ATH flights →
Leg 2
ATH → CAI
1h 55m · 687 mi
View ATH to CAI flights →
BGY FCO (Rome) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (296 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,337 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 306 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BGY → FCO
1h 10m · 296 mi
View BGY to FCO flights →
Leg 2
FCO → CAI
3h 15m · 1,337 mi
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BGY BUD (Budapest) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 35m (471 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,358 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 342 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BGY → BUD
1h 35m · 471 mi
View BGY to BUD flights →
Leg 2
BUD → CAI
3h 10m · 1,358 mi
View BUD to CAI flights →
BGY VIE (Vienna) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 25m (366 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,470 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 341 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BGY → VIE
1h 25m · 366 mi
View BGY to VIE flights →
Leg 2
VIE → CAI
3h 25m · 1,470 mi
View VIE to CAI flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Milan to Cairo?

A nonstop flight from Milan (BGY) to Cairo (CAI) takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 1,589 miles (2,557 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Milan to Cairo?

3 airlines: Air Arabia Egypt, Nile Air, AlMasria.

Is there a nonstop flight from Milan to Cairo?

Yes. 3 airlines: Air Arabia Egypt, Nile Air, AlMasria.

How far is Milan from Cairo?

The flight distance from Milan to Cairo is 1,589 miles (2,557 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Milan and Cairo?

Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Milan. (Europe/Rome vs Africa/Cairo.)

What type of aircraft flies from Milan to Cairo?

At 3h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Italy 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 Milan to Cairo?

Roughly 268 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,340 km.

Is the return flight from Cairo to Milan 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 Milan 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 Orio al Serio International Airport for this flight?

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