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Flight deals from Douala to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Douala Airport to Cairo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM3,079. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cairo.RM1,979 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Air Cairo.Outbound direct flight with Air Cairo departs from Douala on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,979, select.
Cairo.RM1,980 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,980, select.
Cairo.RM2,143 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Douala on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,143, select.
Cairo.RM2,287 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,287, select.
Cairo.RM2,428 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Douala on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,428, select.
Cairo.RM2,494 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Douala on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,494, select.
Cairo.RM2,575 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,575, select.
Cairo.RM2,606 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Douala on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,606, select.
Cairo.RM2,612 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 May.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Douala on Fri, 21 May, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,612, select.
Cairo.RM2,629 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Air Cairo.Outbound direct flight with Air Cairo departs from Douala on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,629, select.
Cairo.RM2,665 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Douala on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,665, select.
Cairo.RM2,772 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Douala on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,772, select.
Cairo.RM3,025 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Douala on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,025, select.
Cairo.RM3,155 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Douala on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,155, select.
Cairo.RM4,126 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun.One-way flight with Air Cairo.Outbound direct flight with Air Cairo departs from Douala on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,126, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Douala to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Douala to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from RM2,665
Jul
from RM1,980
Aug
from RM2,287
Sep
from RM2,772
Oct
from RM1,979
Nov
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Dec
from RM2,428
Jan
from RM2,575
Feb
from RM2,494
Mar
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Apr
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May
from RM2,612

Direct flights from Douala to Cairo

Douala to Cairo: Alternative routes

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Cairo

15km from central Cairo
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Douala to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,979
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time5 hrs
Most popular airlineEgyptAir
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from Douala to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Douala to Cairo is RM2,926. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours is the average flight time from Douala to Cairo.
EgyptAir, Etihad Airways and Air Cairo fly direct from Douala to Cairo.
As of June 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Douala to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Douala to Cairo is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Douala Airport to Cairo Airport on Monday, 27 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Flying from Douala Airport (DLA) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Douala Airport to Cairo Airport is 5 hours.

  • Cairo is one hour ahead of Douala and is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • You can choose from three weekly Douala Airport to Cairo Airport flights. The 14:40 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight available. EgyptAir operates the last service of the day at 16:10.

  • Your DLA to CAI flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • EgyptAir offers direct flights from Douala Airport to Cairo Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if time allows.

  • EgyptAir tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that offers DLA to CAI flights is EgyptAir. Its services land as planned 72.0% of the time.

  • If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Douala Airport to Cairo Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DLA and CAI:

    • Istanbul Airport

    • Addis Ababa Airport

    • Mohammed V Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Douala Airport (DLA) to Cairo Airport (CAI)

  • RM1,979 is the best price for a one-way Douala Airport to Cairo Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM2,926. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from DLA to CAI by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • July is the cheapest month for flights from Douala Airport to Cairo Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DLA to CAI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Douala Airport to Cairo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Douala Airport (DLA)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Douala Airport, 57% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To get to Douala Airport from central Douala, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.

  • Taking an early flight from Douala Airport to Cairo Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to DLA:

Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)

  • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Douala Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cairo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's main sights.

  • Reserving your ride from Cairo Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • From Cairo Airport, Cairo is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.

When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Douala Airport to Cairo Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.

  • Book your flight from Douala Airport to Cairo Airport for July if you'd like to explore Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DLA to CAI sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Egypt

  • Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.

  • Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. Start your sightseeing at Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.

Plan the rest of your trip from Douala to Cairo

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