What is the cheapest way to get from Rome to Cairo?

The cheapest way to get from Rome to Cairo is to fly which costs $130 - $300 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rome to Cairo?

The fastest way to get from Rome to Cairo is to fly which takes 6h 55m and costs $130 - $300.

How far is it from Rome to Cairo?

The distance between Rome and Cairo is 2209 km. The road distance is 4439 km.

How long does it take to get from Rome to Cairo?

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Rome to Cairo, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Rome and Cairo?

Cairo is 1h ahead of Rome. It is currently 8:16 PM in Rome and 9:16 PM in Cairo.

Can I drive from Rome to Cairo?

Yes, the driving distance between Rome to Cairo is 4439 km. It takes approximately 45h to drive from Rome to Cairo.

Where can I stay near Cairo?

There are 7734+ hotels available in Cairo.

Rome to Cairo - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and car train

There are 4 ways to get from Rome to Cairo by plane, car, train, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Fiumicino International Airport
best
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)FCO - CAI
6h 55m
$136–293
Drive 4,439 km
1. Drive from Rome to Cairo4,439 km
45h
$803–1,160
Train to Naples Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Napoli Centrale
2. Fly from Naples Airport (NAP) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)NAP - CAI
9h 51m
$184–354
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Rome to Villach Hbf/Bbf
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf/Bbf to Edirne
3. Drive from Edirne to Cairo
2d 17h
$669–1,921

Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) flights

30Weekly Planes

4h 30mAverage Duration

$130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,208.9 km
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Rome, Italy and Cairo, Egypt?

ITA Airways, Egyptair, and two other airlines fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) 4 times a day.

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