Direct (nonstop) flights from Cairo to Moscow

1 airline flys nonstop from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO). It's 1,808 miles (2,910 km), about 5h 25m in the air. Operated by Aeroflot.

CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
SVO
Sheremetyevo International Airport
🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia
Flight Time
5h 25m
Distance
1,808 mi
2,910 km
CO₂/pax
306 kg
−81 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Aeroflot
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Aeroflot Aeroflot

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aeroflot SU Aeroflot
Route
CAI → SVO
Flight Time
5h 25m
Distance
1,808 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cairo to Moscow with one stop · direct emits 306 kg CO₂ per passenger

CAI EVN (Yerevan) SVO
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,007 mi) Leg 2: 3h 28m (1,138 mi) Total: ~6h 13m 🍃 387 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → EVN
2h 45m · 1,007 mi
View CAI to EVN flights →
Leg 2
EVN → SVO
3h 28m · 1,138 mi
View EVN to SVO flights →
CAI AYT (Antalya) SVO
Leg 1: 1h 55m (468 mi) Leg 2: 5h (1,353 mi) Total: ~6h 55m 🍃 341 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → AYT
1h 55m · 468 mi
View CAI to AYT flights →
Leg 2
AYT → SVO
5h · 1,353 mi
View AYT to SVO flights →
CAI SSH (Sharm el Sheikh) SVO
Leg 1: 1h (232 mi) Leg 2: 5h 58m (1,937 mi) Total: ~6h 58m 🍃 395 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → SSH
1h · 232 mi
View CAI to SSH flights →
Leg 2
SSH → SVO
5h 58m · 1,937 mi
View SSH to SVO flights →
CAI HRG (Hurghada) SVO
Leg 1: 1h (249 mi) Leg 2: 6h 10m (1,994 mi) Total: ~7h 10m 🍃 408 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → HRG
1h · 249 mi
View CAI to HRG flights →
Leg 2
HRG → SVO
6h 10m · 1,994 mi
View HRG to SVO flights →
CAI IST (Istanbul) SVO
Leg 1: 2h 25m (782 mi) Leg 2: 4h 45m (1,089 mi) Total: ~7h 10m 🍃 354 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → IST
2h 25m · 782 mi
View CAI to IST flights →
Leg 2
IST → SVO
4h 45m · 1,089 mi
View IST to SVO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cairo to Moscow?

A nonstop flight from Cairo (CAI) to Moscow (SVO) takes approximately 5 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,808 miles (2,910 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cairo to Moscow?

Just Aeroflot.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cairo to Moscow?

Yes. 1 airline: Aeroflot.

How far is Cairo from Moscow?

The flight distance from Cairo to Moscow is 1,808 miles (2,910 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Cairo to Moscow?

At 5h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Egypt to Russia?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Russia embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 306 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,530 km.

Is the return flight from Moscow 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 Moscow?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

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

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.