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Cairo Airport (CAI) Departures Guide

Departing from Cairo International Airport (IATA: CAI, ICAO: HECA) involves an entrance security check, airline check-in, exit immigration and a second security check. Confirm your terminal (1, 2 or 3) with your airline and arrive about three hours before international flights.

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Checking live departures at Cairo Airport

This independent guide does not publish live flight data. For real-time departures at Cairo International Airport (CAI), use one of these sources:

  • Cairo Airport Company (official)Official arrivals and departures boards published by the airport operator.
  • EgyptAir flight statusReal-time status for EgyptAir flights, which mostly use Terminal 3.
  • Your airline's app or websiteThe most reliable source for gate, terminal and delay notices on your specific booking.

Before your flight

  1. Confirm your terminal: Check your booking or airline app. EgyptAir and most Star Alliance flights use Terminal 3; others use Terminals 1 or 2. Inter-terminal transfers take time.
  2. Arrive early: Airlines commonly recommend arriving 3 hours before international flights. There is a security screening at the terminal entrance before check-in.
  3. Check-in & bags: Follow your airline's baggage allowance. Power banks must go in hand luggage.
  4. Exit immigration: Complete passport control after check-in, then a second security check before the gates.
  5. Gate: Watch departure screens for gate changes; boarding often closes 20–30 minutes before departure.

More detail: terminals guide, lounges, parking.