Quick answer: Dubai to Cairo averaged about AED 1,880 return over the past 12 months, while Sharjah to Cairo averaged about AED 1,486, roughly AED 394 less. November was the cheapest month from Dubai (about AED 1,521) and May and July the most expensive. For summer 2027, book by the end of January.
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Short answers
- Summer 2027? July is one of the two most expensive months. For early July, book by the end of January 2027 from Dubai, or early January from Sharjah.
- Eid Al Adha 2027? Expected around 16 or 17 May 2027. Book by mid December 2026; May was the most expensive month last year.
- Cheapest month: November from Dubai, October from Sharjah, January to Alexandria.
- Cheapest day: Monday from both Dubai and Sharjah. Friday was the most expensive from Dubai.
- Biggest saving: one stop through Amman averaged about AED 1,230 return against about AED 2,003 direct from Dubai.
Fares at a glance
| Detail | Dubai to Cairo | Sharjah to Cairo |
|---|---|---|
| Average return | AED 1,880 | AED 1,486 |
| Typical range | AED 1,567 to 2,227 | AED 1,242 to 1,843 |
| Cheapest month | November (AED 1,521) | October (AED 1,117) |
| Most expensive months | May (AED 2,141), July (AED 2,027) | July (AED 1,928), May (AED 1,781) |
| Cheapest day | Monday | Monday |
| Best time to book | About 21 weeks ahead, around 30% cheaper than last minute | About 26 weeks ahead, around 19% cheaper |
| Direct flights a week | Emirates about 35, Egyptair about 28 | Air Arabia about 23, Air Cairo and Egyptair about 7 each, plus Nile Air |
| Direct flight time | About 4 h 10 min | About 4 h 12 min |
Sources: KAYAK route data for Dubai to Cairo and Sharjah to Cairo, prices for the past 12 months and flight counts for the past 3 months, checked 11 November 2026.
Book early: it pays more on this route than most
On Dubai to Cairo, the gap between the cheapest and most expensive months averaged 40%, and booking at the right time saved about 30% against booking in the final two weeks. Both numbers are higher than on most routes we track from the UAE, so planning ahead matters more here.
| Season | Dates | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Eid Al Fitr 2027 | Around 9 or 10 March 2027 | Higher around the holiday (expected) |
| Eid Al Adha 2027 | Around 16 or 17 May 2027 | May was the most expensive month from Dubai last year |
| UAE school summer | From 2 July 2027 | July was the most expensive month from Sharjah, second from Dubai |
| Low season | October and November | Cheapest months: October from Sharjah, November from Dubai |
Dubai, Sharjah or Alexandria?
- Sharjah to Cairo averaged about AED 394 less than Dubai to Cairo, with Air Arabia flying about 23 times a week.
- Alexandria: flydubai flies daily from Dubai to Borg El Arab. It was cheapest in January (about AED 1,116 return) and most expensive in June and July. A quarter of KAYAK users found return fares of AED 1,321 or less.
- If your family lives in Alexandria or the Delta, flying straight there can save the drive from Cairo.
Source: KAYAK route data for Dubai to Alexandria, checked 11 November 2026.
Direct or one stop?
Cairo has one of the largest direct versus connecting gaps from Dubai: one stop tickets through Amman averaged about AED 1,230 return against about AED 2,003 direct. The fastest connection, through Doha, took about 7 hours one way, nearly 3 hours longer than flying direct. Before choosing a connection, compare Sharjah to Cairo direct, which averaged about AED 1,486.
Airlines on the route
Emirates and Egyptair run the direct flights from Dubai, about 35 and 28 a week. From Sharjah, Air Arabia leads with about 23 a week, with Air Cairo, Egyptair and Nile Air also flying direct. Baggage allowances differ by fare type, so compare the total price with your bags included.
Paying monthly for your Cairo ticket
If a return ticket comes to AED 1880, the average fare above, that can be four Tabby payments of about AED 470. UAE residents can also use Tamara, or a 3 to 12 month plan on a UAE credit card from Mashreq, ADCB, RAKBANK, HSBC, FAB or Emirates NBD. We only need your phone number to send the payment link. Get a Dubai to Cairo quote on WhatsApp. Our office WhatsApp, +971 4 220 2133, answers 24 hours a day.
Questions travellers ask us about Dubai to Cairo
Is Sharjah to Cairo cheaper than Dubai to Cairo?
Yes, by about AED 394 on average: AED 1,486 return from Sharjah against AED 1,880 from Dubai.
When should I book Dubai to Cairo for the summer holidays?
About 21 weeks ahead from Dubai, so by the end of January 2027 for early July. From Sharjah, about 26 weeks ahead, so early January.
Is a one stop flight to Cairo much cheaper?
Often, yes. One stop tickets through Amman averaged about AED 1,230 return against about AED 2,003 direct from Dubai, but the trip takes around 3 hours longer.
Are there direct flights from Dubai to Alexandria?
Yes. flydubai flies daily from Dubai to Borg El Arab. January was the cheapest month, at about AED 1,116 return.
Which day is cheapest to fly from Dubai to Cairo?
Monday, about 3% below the average day. Friday was the most expensive, about 4% above.
Can I pay for my Cairo ticket in installments?
Yes. UAE residents can book through us and pay with Tabby, Tamara or a 3 to 12 month bank card plan.
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Fare data from KAYAK, checked 11 November 2026. Eid dates are expected dates from the Astronomy Centre, reported by Khaleej Times, and depend on the moon sighting. See all airlines you can pay for monthly.
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