Direct (nonstop) flights from Milan to Cairo

4 airlines fly nonstop from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). It's 1,627 miles (2,619 km), about 3h 45m in the air. Operated by EgyptAir, Nesma Airlines, Neos and others.

MXP
Milan Malpensa Airport
🇮🇹 Milan, Italy
CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,627 mi
2,619 km
CO₂/pax
275 kg
−57 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
EgyptAir +3
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by EgyptAir EgyptAir Nesma Airlines Nesma Airlines Neos Neos Air Cairo Air Cairo

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

EgyptAir MS EgyptAir
Route
MXP → CAI
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,627 mi
Nesma Airlines NE Nesma Airlines
Route
MXP → CAI
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,627 mi
Neos NO Neos
Route
MXP → CAI
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,627 mi
Air Cairo SM Air Cairo
Route
MXP → CAI
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,627 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Milan to Cairo with one stop · direct emits 275 kg CO₂ per passenger

MXP SKG (Thessaloniki) CAI
Leg 1: 2h 10m (802 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (859 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 332 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → SKG
2h 10m · 802 mi
View MXP to SKG flights →
Leg 2
SKG → CAI
2h 10m · 859 mi
View SKG to CAI flights →
MXP ATH (Athens) CAI
Leg 1: 2h 30m (946 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (687 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 312 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → ATH
2h 30m · 946 mi
View MXP to ATH flights →
Leg 2
ATH → CAI
1h 55m · 687 mi
View ATH to CAI flights →
MXP FCO (Rome) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 25m (318 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,337 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 310 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → FCO
1h 25m · 318 mi
View MXP to FCO flights →
Leg 2
FCO → CAI
3h 15m · 1,337 mi
View FCO to CAI flights →
MXP BUD (Budapest) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 40m (518 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,358 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → BUD
1h 40m · 518 mi
View MXP to BUD flights →
Leg 2
BUD → CAI
3h 10m · 1,358 mi
View BUD to CAI flights →
MXP GVA (Geneva) CAI
Leg 1: 55m (132 mi) Leg 2: 3h 55m (1,756 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 346 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → GVA
55m · 132 mi
View MXP to GVA flights →
Leg 2
GVA → CAI
3h 55m · 1,756 mi
View GVA 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 (MXP) to Cairo (CAI) takes approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 1,627 miles (2,619 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Milan to Cairo?

4 airlines: EgyptAir, Nesma Airlines, Neos, Air Cairo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Milan to Cairo?

Yes. 4 airlines: EgyptAir, Nesma Airlines, Neos, Air Cairo.

How far is Milan from Cairo?

The flight distance from Milan to Cairo is 1,627 miles (2,619 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 45m, 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 275 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,375 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 Milan Malpensa Airport for this flight?

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