$117 Cheap Flights from Muscat (MCT) to Cairo (CAI)

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Cheap Flights from Muscat to Cairo (MCT-CAI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $117 for one-way flights and $244 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Arabia Egypt
Sat, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 30
MCT
Muscat
CAI
Cairo
$244 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Muscat to Cairo, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $244 found 4 days ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Thu, May 8 - Tue, May 27
MCT
Muscat
CAI
Cairo
$252 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$252
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Muscat to Cairo, returning Tue, May 27, priced at $252 found 3 days ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Sat, Jan 3 - Tue, Feb 3
MCT
Muscat
CAI
Cairo
$254 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Sat, Jan 3 from Muscat to Cairo, returning Tue, Feb 3, priced at $254 found 3 days ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Tue, Sep 9 - Sat, Nov 8
MCT
Muscat
CAI
Cairo
$257 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Muscat to Cairo, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $257 found 1 day ago
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Wed, May 14 - Tue, Sep 30
MCT
Muscat
CAI
Cairo
$264 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flight, departing Wed, May 14 from Muscat to Cairo, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $264 found 18 hours ago
Air Arabia Egypt
Tue, May 13 - Thu, May 22
MCT
Muscat
CAI
Cairo
$266 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$266
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Arabia Egypt flight, departing Tue, May 13 from Muscat to Cairo, returning Thu, May 22, priced at $266 found 2 days ago
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Sat, May 3 - Sat, May 31
MCT
Muscat
CAI
Cairo
$268 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$268
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flight, departing Sat, May 3 from Muscat to Cairo, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $268 found 5 days ago
Air Arabia
Sun, May 18 - Tue, May 27
MCT
Muscat
CAI
Cairo
$277 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Air Arabia flight, departing Sun, May 18 from Muscat to Cairo, returning Tue, May 27, priced at $277 found 21 hours ago
Egyptair
Sun, May 11 - Thu, May 15
MCT
Muscat
CAI
Cairo
$291 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$291
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Egyptair flight, departing Sun, May 11 from Muscat to Cairo, returning Thu, May 15, priced at $291 found 1 day ago
Gulf Air
Wed, May 14 - Thu, May 29
MCT
Muscat
CAI
Cairo
$312 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$312
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Wed, May 14 from Muscat to Cairo, returning Thu, May 29, priced at $312 found 8 hours ago
Flights from Muscat (MCT) to Cairo (CAI)
Origin airport
Muscat Intl.
Destination airport
Cairo Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Arabia, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Air Arabia Egypt, Egyptair, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Kuwait Airways, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price
$243
Distance
1713 mi

Muscat to Cairo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Muscat to Cairo

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Muscat to Cairo are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Muscat to Cairo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Muscat to Cairo

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Muscat to Cairo: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Muscat to Cairo

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Muscat to Cairo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $117 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Muscat to Cairo flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Muscat to Cairo airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from Muscat Intl. Airport (MCT) to CAI?
Oman Air operates a direct flight heading off from MCT at 9:10PM and touching down at Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) at 1:10AM — a total flight duration of 5 hours. Choose a seat, bring something to keep you amused and the time will speed by.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Muscat Intl. Airport (MCT) to CAI last minute?
Being spontaneous is an amazing way to see the world, but it’s not always the best way to find a cheap fare. Think about booking your Muscat Intl. Airport (MCT) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) journey well ahead of time rather than leaving it until the last minute. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the best time to book domestic flights is between 28 – 35 days ahead of the departure date, and international flights three to four months in advance. You can unleash your spontaneous side when you’re discovering Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)!
What airline has the least delays from Muscat Intl. Airport (MCT) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
With an on-time flight record of 74%, Oman Air is the airline that’s more likely to get you from Muscat Intl. Airport (MCT) to Cairo Intl. Airport without a delay. Flight delays aren’t just frustrating — they can also lead to a missed connection that could ruin your entire vacation. You can keep updated by checking your flight status through the free Expedia App before you head for the airport. If you’re already at the terminal and the delay will significantly affect your plans, visit your airline’s customer service desk for more information.
What airports do you fly into for Cairo from Muscat?
You have two options when flying from Muscat to Cairo — Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) and Giza (SPX-Sphinx Intl.). If you opt for Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) you’ll be around 11 mi northeast of central Cairo. Make tracks to your hotel and then get out and take in your surroundings. Egyptian Museum and Cairo Tower are two of this destination’s most popular attractions.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Muscat Intl. Airport to Cairo Intl. Airport?
For Oman Air flights jetting from Muscat Intl. Airport (MCT) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI), the peak period is between 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM. If you’d like to avoid any delays, head out in the morning. This gives you a better chance to dodge the heavy air traffic that builds up as the day goes by.
Can I change the date of my flight from Muscat Intl. Airport to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Sometimes life gets in the way of plans, so Expedia is here to help make amending your journey easy. First, access your MCT to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and read the fare rules and conditions about what changes can be made. If you purchased your fare in the last 24 hours, some carriers will let you cancel at no cost and organize new flights. If you bought your fare more than 24 hours ago, connect with us via our Customer Service portal to see how we can assist.

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