Direct (nonstop) flights from Moscow to Cairo

1 airline flys nonstop from Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). It's 1,808 miles (2,910 km), about 5h 45m in the air. Operated by Aeroflot.

SVO
Sheremetyevo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
Flight Time
5h 45m
Distance
1,808 mi
2,910 km
CO₂/pax
306 kg
−81 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Aeroflot
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Aeroflot Aeroflot

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aeroflot SU Aeroflot
Route
SVO → CAI
Flight Time
5h 45m
Distance
1,808 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Moscow to Cairo with one stop · direct emits 306 kg CO₂ per passenger

SVO EVN (Yerevan) CAI
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,138 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,007 mi) Total: ~6h 35m 🍃 387 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → EVN
3h 35m · 1,138 mi
View SVO to EVN flights →
Leg 2
EVN → CAI
3h · 1,007 mi
View EVN to CAI flights →
SVO AYT (Antalya) CAI
Leg 1: 5h 18m (1,353 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (468 mi) Total: ~7h 8m 🍃 341 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → AYT
5h 18m · 1,353 mi
View SVO to AYT flights →
Leg 2
AYT → CAI
1h 50m · 468 mi
View AYT to CAI flights →
SVO SSH (Sharm el Sheikh) CAI
Leg 1: 6h 25m (1,937 mi) Leg 2: 1h (232 mi) Total: ~7h 25m 🍃 395 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → SSH
6h 25m · 1,937 mi
View SVO to SSH flights →
Leg 2
SSH → CAI
1h · 232 mi
View SSH to CAI flights →
SVO IST (Istanbul) CAI
Leg 1: 5h 15m (1,089 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (782 mi) Total: ~7h 35m 🍃 354 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → IST
5h 15m · 1,089 mi
View SVO to IST flights →
Leg 2
IST → CAI
2h 20m · 782 mi
View IST to CAI flights →
SVO HRG (Hurghada) CAI
Leg 1: 6h 25m (1,994 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (249 mi) Total: ~7h 35m 🍃 408 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SVO → HRG
6h 25m · 1,994 mi
View SVO to HRG flights →
Leg 2
HRG → CAI
1h 10m · 249 mi
View HRG to CAI flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Moscow to Cairo?

A nonstop flight from Moscow (SVO) to Cairo (CAI) takes approximately 5 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 1,808 miles (2,910 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Moscow to Cairo?

Just Aeroflot.

Is there a nonstop flight from Moscow to Cairo?

Yes. 1 airline: Aeroflot.

How far is Moscow from Cairo?

The flight distance from Moscow to Cairo is 1,808 miles (2,910 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Moscow to Cairo?

At 5h 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 Russia 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 Moscow to Cairo?

Roughly 306 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,530 km.

Is the return flight from Cairo to Moscow 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 Moscow 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 Sheremetyevo International Airport for this flight?

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