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How to get fromCairo to Timbuktuby plane or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cairo to Timbuktu by plane or car

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  1. Fly to Néma Airport, drive

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    1. Fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Néma Airport (EMN)plane plane CAI - EMN
    2. Drive from Néma Airport (EMN) to Timbuktucar car
    35h 13m
    $421–1,211

  2. Drive 4,912.1 km

    1. Drive from Cairo to Timbuktucar car 4,912.1 km
    3d 3h
    $562–811

  3. Fly to Gao International Airport, drive

    1. Fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Gao International Airport (GAQ)plane plane CAI - GAQ
    2. Drive from Gao International Airport (GAQ) to Timbuktucar car
    45h 13m
    $436–1,171

Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Néma Airport (EMN) flights

Calendar3Weekly Planes
Duration23h 50mAverage Duration
Ticket$357Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 4,850 km
  • Duration: 35h 13m

What companies run services between Cairo, Egypt and Timbuktu, Tombouctou Region, Mali?

There is no direct connection from Cairo to Timbuktu. However, you can take the train to Cairo Fair, walk to Cairo International Fair, take the line 111 bus to Cairo Airport Bridge, walk to Cairo International Airport (CAI) airport, fly to Néma Airport (EMN), then drive to Timbuktu. Alternatively, you can drive from Cairo to Timbuktu in around 3d 3h.

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