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Flights Cairo to Paris (CAI-CDG): Airlines, USD Fares | May 2026

Flights Cairo (CAI) to Paris (CDG): MS, AF operate ~11/week, ~4.5h. USD fares $800-2,200, outbound diaspora corridor (chicken-run / Naija diaspora).

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CE Written by CheapFlightsAfrica Editorial Team · Updated May 2026 · 5 min read
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Flight path map from Cairo (CAI) to Paris (CDG), great-circle distance 3,210 kmCAICairoCDGParis3,210 km · ~4h 17m
Cairo(CAI) → Paris(CDG) · 3,210 km great-circle distance · approx 4h 17m non-stop flight time (cruise speed 850 km/h)

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Flights Cairo -> Paris (CAI-CDG) — USD Fares, Airlines, Frequency

Cairo to Paris connects Egypt with France, with around 11 flights a week. The route carries business travellers, tourists in both directions, members of the Egyptian community in France and connecting passengers. Block time is about four and a half hours, a comfortable single sector.

Airlines on this route

Two carriers fly CAI-CDG: EgyptAir and Air France, both full-service with checked baggage and meals included. Both fly direct to Paris, so the choice comes down to schedule, frequent-flyer programme and price rather than product differences.

CarrierBaggage baselineAlliance
EgyptAir (MS)23 kgStar Alliance
Air France (AF)23 kgSkyTeam

USD fares — CAI-CDG

CAI-CDG fares climb around the European summer, the December holidays and Easter. For those dates, booking two to three months ahead is sensible. Outside the peaks, four to seven weeks usually secures a reasonable economy fare in USD.

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About Paris

Paris is the capital of France and one of the world’s great cultural centres, known for its museums, its architecture and its cuisine. For travellers from Cairo it is a business and tourist destination and a wide gateway to the rest of Europe.

FAQ

Which airlines fly Cairo to Paris? Direct CAI-CDG flights are operated by EgyptAir, Air France. Compare baggage baseline and alliance in the carrier table above.

How long is the CAI-CDG flight and how often does it run? Block time is about 4.5 hours. The CAI-CDG route runs roughly 11 flights per week across all carriers.

How much does a CAI-CDG flight cost and when is it cheapest? Typical economy fares sit in the $800-2,200 USD band. Book 8-14 weeks ahead for UK/US diaspora corridors; school-holiday and December peaks add 30-60%.

What is the checked baggage allowance on CAI-CDG? It varies by carrier and fare class — see the baggage-baseline column in the carrier table above. Full-service carriers usually include 23-30 kg, while low-cost carriers sell it as an add-on. Confirm on the airline’s site before booking. Diaspora travellers should check each carrier’s extra-baggage uplift.

What currency is used in Paris? Paris uses USD. Fares in this guide are quoted in USD; budget on-the-ground spending in USD.

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Updated May 2026

Notice: Fares, visa rules and Hajj quotas change frequently. Verify everything with the airline, SACAA/NCAA/KCAA/GCAA or the relevant Hajj board (NAHCON/SAHUC/KAHCON/GHC) before booking.