Direct (nonstop) flights from Warsaw to Cairo

1 airline flys nonstop from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). It's 1,612 miles (2,594 km), about 3h 55m in the air. Operated by LOT - Polish Airlines.

WAW
Warsaw Chopin Airport
🇵🇱 Warsaw, Poland
CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,612 mi
2,594 km
CO₂/pax
272 kg
−62 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
LOT - Polish Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by LOT - Polish Airlines LOT - Polish Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

LOT - Polish Airlines LO LOT - Polish Airlines
Route
WAW → CAI
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,612 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Warsaw to Cairo with one stop · direct emits 272 kg CO₂ per passenger

WAW SKG (Thessaloniki) CAI
Leg 1: 2h 15m (810 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (859 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WAW → SKG
2h 15m · 810 mi
View WAW to SKG flights →
Leg 2
SKG → CAI
2h 10m · 859 mi
View SKG to CAI flights →
WAW BUD (Budapest) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 20m (336 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,358 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 317 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WAW → BUD
1h 20m · 336 mi
View WAW to BUD flights →
Leg 2
BUD → CAI
3h 10m · 1,358 mi
View BUD to CAI flights →
WAW OTP (Bucharest) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 50m (575 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,038 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 306 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WAW → OTP
1h 50m · 575 mi
View WAW to OTP flights →
Leg 2
OTP → CAI
2h 45m · 1,038 mi
View OTP to CAI flights →
WAW ATH (Athens) CAI
Leg 1: 2h 40m (993 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (687 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 320 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WAW → ATH
2h 40m · 993 mi
View WAW to ATH flights →
Leg 2
ATH → CAI
1h 55m · 687 mi
View ATH to CAI flights →
WAW VIE (Vienna) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 20m (341 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,470 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 336 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WAW → VIE
1h 20m · 341 mi
View WAW 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 Warsaw to Cairo?

A nonstop flight from Warsaw (WAW) to Cairo (CAI) takes approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,612 miles (2,594 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Warsaw to Cairo?

Just LOT - Polish Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Warsaw to Cairo?

Yes. 1 airline: LOT - Polish Airlines.

How far is Warsaw from Cairo?

The flight distance from Warsaw to Cairo is 1,612 miles (2,594 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Warsaw and Cairo?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Warsaw to Cairo?

At 3h 55m, 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 Poland 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 Warsaw to Cairo?

Roughly 272 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,360 km.

Is the return flight from Cairo to Warsaw 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 Warsaw 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 Warsaw Chopin Airport for this flight?

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