Direct (nonstop) flights from Cairo to Luxor

5 airlines fly nonstop from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Luxor International (LXR). It's 316 miles (508 km), about 1h in the air. Operated by EgyptAir, Nesma Airlines, Neos and others.

CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
LXR
Luxor International
🇪🇬 Luxor, Egypt
Flight Time
1h
Distance
316 mi
508 km
CO₂/pax
58 kg
−57 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
EgyptAir +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by EgyptAir EgyptAir Nesma Airlines Nesma Airlines Neos Neos Nile Air Nile Air Air Cairo Air Cairo

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

EgyptAir MS EgyptAir
Route
CAI → LXR
Flight Time
1h
Distance
316 mi
Nesma Airlines NE Nesma Airlines
Route
CAI → LXR
Flight Time
1h
Distance
316 mi
Neos NO Neos
Route
CAI → LXR
Flight Time
1h
Distance
316 mi
Nile Air NP Nile Air
Route
CAI → LXR
Flight Time
1h
Distance
316 mi
Air Cairo SM Air Cairo
Route
CAI → LXR
Flight Time
1h
Distance
316 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cairo to Luxor with one stop · direct emits 58 kg CO₂ per passenger

CAI RMF (Marsa Alam) LXR
Leg 1: 1h 20m (370 mi) Leg 2: 50m (118 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 115 kg CO₂ (+98% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → RMF
1h 20m · 370 mi
View CAI to RMF flights →
Leg 2
RMF → LXR
50m · 118 mi
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CAI SSH (Sharm el Sheikh) LXR
Leg 1: 1h (232 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (190 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 103 kg CO₂ (+78% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → SSH
1h · 232 mi
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Leg 2
SSH → LXR
1h 15m · 190 mi
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CAI YNB (Yanbu) LXR
Leg 1: 1h 50m (580 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (352 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+240% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → YNB
1h 50m · 580 mi
View CAI to YNB flights →
Leg 2
YNB → LXR
1h 20m · 352 mi
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CAI MED (Madinah) LXR
Leg 1: 1h 55m (638 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (445 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 225 kg CO₂ (+288% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → MED
1h 55m · 638 mi
View CAI to MED flights →
Leg 2
MED → LXR
1h 45m · 445 mi
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CAI JED (Jeddah) LXR
Leg 1: 2h 10m (755 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (493 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 256 kg CO₂ (+341% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → JED
2h 10m · 755 mi
View CAI to JED flights →
Leg 2
JED → LXR
1h 45m · 493 mi
View JED to LXR flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cairo to Luxor?

A nonstop flight from Cairo (CAI) to Luxor (LXR) takes approximately 1 hours. The distance is 316 miles (508 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cairo to Luxor?

5 airlines: EgyptAir, Nesma Airlines, Neos, Nile Air, Air Cairo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cairo to Luxor?

Yes. 5 airlines: EgyptAir, Nesma Airlines, Neos, Nile Air, Air Cairo.

How far is Cairo from Luxor?

The flight distance from Cairo to Luxor is 316 miles (508 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Cairo to Luxor?

At 1h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Cairo to Luxor?

Roughly 58 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 290 km.

Is the return flight from Luxor to Cairo also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Luxor?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Cairo International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.