Direct (nonstop) flights from Luxor to Cairo

5 airlines fly nonstop from Luxor International (LXR) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). It's 316 miles (508 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by EgyptAir, Nesma Airlines, Neos and others.

LXR
Luxor International
🇪🇬 Luxor, Egypt
CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
Flight Time
1h 10m
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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

EgyptAir MS EgyptAir
Route
LXR → CAI
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
316 mi
Nesma Airlines NE Nesma Airlines
Route
LXR → CAI
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
316 mi
Neos NO Neos
Route
LXR → CAI
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
316 mi
Nile Air NP Nile Air
Route
LXR → CAI
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
316 mi
Air Cairo SM Air Cairo
Route
LXR → CAI
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
316 mi

Alternative Routes

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Luxor to Cairo?

A nonstop flight from Luxor (LXR) to Cairo (CAI) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 316 miles (508 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Luxor to Cairo?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Luxor to Cairo?

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

How far is Luxor from Cairo?

The flight distance from Luxor to Cairo 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 Luxor to Cairo?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

Is the return flight from Cairo to Luxor 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 Luxor to Cairo?

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 Luxor International for this flight?

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