Direct (nonstop) flights from Cairo to Warsaw

1 airline flys nonstop from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW). It's 1,612 miles (2,594 km), about 4h in the air. Operated by LOT - Polish Airlines.

CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
WAW
Warsaw Chopin Airport
🇵🇱 Warsaw, Poland
Flight Time
4h
Distance
1,612 mi
2,594 km
CO₂/pax
272 kg
−45 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
LOT - Polish Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by LOT - Polish Airlines LOT - Polish Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

LOT - Polish Airlines LO LOT - Polish Airlines
Route
CAI → WAW
Flight Time
4h
Distance
1,612 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cairo to Warsaw with one stop · direct emits 272 kg CO₂ per passenger

CAI BUD (Budapest) WAW
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,358 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (336 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 317 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → BUD
3h 20m · 1,358 mi
View CAI to BUD flights →
Leg 2
BUD → WAW
1h 15m · 336 mi
View BUD to WAW flights →
CAI OTP (Bucharest) WAW
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,038 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (575 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 306 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → OTP
2h 50m · 1,038 mi
View CAI to OTP flights →
Leg 2
OTP → WAW
1h 50m · 575 mi
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CAI SKG (Thessaloniki) WAW
Leg 1: 2h 20m (859 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (810 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → SKG
2h 20m · 859 mi
View CAI to SKG flights →
Leg 2
SKG → WAW
2h 20m · 810 mi
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CAI ATH (Athens) WAW
Leg 1: 2h 5m (687 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (993 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 320 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → ATH
2h 5m · 687 mi
View CAI to ATH flights →
Leg 2
ATH → WAW
2h 40m · 993 mi
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CAI ESB (Ankara) WAW
Leg 1: 2h (695 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,010 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → ESB
2h · 695 mi
View CAI to ESB flights →
Leg 2
ESB → WAW
2h 45m · 1,010 mi
View ESB to WAW flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cairo to Warsaw?

A nonstop flight from Cairo (CAI) to Warsaw (WAW) takes approximately 4 hours. The distance is 1,612 miles (2,594 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cairo to Warsaw?

Just LOT - Polish Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cairo to Warsaw?

Yes. 1 airline: LOT - Polish Airlines.

How far is Cairo from Warsaw?

The flight distance from Cairo to Warsaw is 1,612 miles (2,594 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Cairo and Warsaw?

Warsaw is 1 hour behind Cairo. (Africa/Cairo vs Europe/Warsaw.)

What type of aircraft flies from Cairo to Warsaw?

At 4h, 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 Poland?

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

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

Roughly 272 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,360 km.

Is the return flight from Warsaw 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 Warsaw?

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.