Cairo International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 52m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Cairo International Airport
Cairo International Airport is a major international airport serving Cairo and its metropolitan area. It is the largest and busiest airport in Egypt. The airport serves as the primary hub for EgyptAir and Nile Air as well as several other airlines. The airport is located in Heliopolis, to the northeast of Cairo around fifteen kilometres from the business area of the city and has an area of approximately 37 km2 (14 sq mi). It is the busiest airport in Africa and the 9th busiest airport in the Middle East in terms of total passengers.
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Live weather
HECANOTAMs
HECAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05R / 23L | 13,124 ft / 4,000 m | 197 ft | Asphalt | Lighted | Open |
| 05C / 23C | 13,123 ft / 4,000 m | 197 ft | Asphalt | Lighted | Open |
| 05L / 23R | 10,827 ft / 3,300 m | 197 ft | Asphalt | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.050 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 122.600 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| MISC | VOLMET | 126.200 MHz |
| PFLT | PREFLIGHT | 120.100 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
| Volmet | — | 124.600 MHz |
| rdo | cairo radio | 11.300 MHz |
Navaids(4)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: N (from about 0°), on 21% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 46% | 217 ft | |
| Feb | 52% | 285 ft | |
| Mar | 65% | 685 ft | |
| Apr | 73% | 1,168 ft | |
| May | 82% | 1,717 ft | |
| Jun | 85% | 2,120 ft | |
| Jul | 79% | 2,365 ft | |
| Aug | 82% | 2,291 ft | |
| Sep | 77% | 1,992 ft | |
| Oct | 67% | 1,487 ft | |
| Nov | 53% | 1,012 ft | |
| Dec | 48% | 470 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~217–2,365 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cairo International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cairo International Airport?
The ICAO code for Cairo International Airport is HECA, and its IATA code is CAI.
Where is Cairo International Airport located?
Cairo International Airport is large airport located in Cairo, Egypt, at an elevation of 322 ft (98 m).
How many runways does Cairo International Airport have?
Cairo International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 13,124 ft / 4,000 m.
Which airlines fly to Cairo International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Cairo International Airport include Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Afriqiyah Airways, Air Algerie, Air Arabia, Air China, among 45 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Cairo International Airport?
Historical data lists 79 nonstop destinations from Cairo International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Cairo International Airport in?
Cairo International Airport is in the Africa/Cairo time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cairo International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cairo International Airport is approximately 4.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cairo International Airport?
The nearest airport to Cairo International Airport is Almaza Air Force Base (HEAZ), about 2.3 nm to the wsw, followed by Inshas Air Base and Helwan Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cairo International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.