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Flight from Cairo to Dubai

Flights from Africa to the United Arab Emirates: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Africa to the United Arab Emirates 
TaiwoFlew with Emirates
LOS
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DXB
Jan 2025
I wish to have known that infant on lap doesn't have allowance for checked baggage.
AmrFlew with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
CAI
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AUH
Jan 2025
Be three hours in advance as emigration was long .
CHARLESFlew with Emirates
CAI
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DXB
Oct 2024
Allow plenty of time for security checks and extra walking inside both terminals.
SirinFlew with Emirates
CAI
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DXB
Mar 2024
If you are vegetarian then make aware before hand otherwise you will be flying hungry

FAQs for booking flights from Africa to the United Arab Emirates

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Africa to the United Arab Emirates?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Africa to the United Arab Emirates.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Africa to the United Arab Emirates?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Africa to the United Arab Emirates is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Africa to the United Arab Emirates?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Africa to the United Arab Emirates with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Africa to the United Arab Emirates?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Africa to the United Arab Emirates up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines fly most frequently to the United Arab Emirates?

    Africa and United Arab Emirates are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Emirates (308 flights per week), Qantas Airways (83 flights per week), and Air Arabia (82 flights per week).

  • How many airports are there in the United Arab Emirates?

    There are 7 airports in the United Arab Emirates. The busiest airport is Dubai Airport (DXB), with 58% of all flights arriving there.

  • Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in the United Arab Emirates?

    Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in the United Arab Emirates is Al Ain Airport (AAN), with an average flight price of AED 664.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to the United Arab Emirates?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to the United Arab Emirates is Monday when return tickets can be as cheap as AED 2,518. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Thursday, when return prices are AED 2,811 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to the United Arab Emirates?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to the United Arab Emirates is generally in the morning, when retur flights cost AED 2,511 on average. Morning departures are around 3% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to the United Arab Emirates is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is AED 2,826.

  • What is the cheapest flight to the United Arab Emirates?

    The cheapest ticket to the United Arab Emirates from Africa found in the last 72 hours was to Abu Dhabi, at AED 559 return. The most popular route is Cairo (CAI) to Dubai (DXB) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was AED 1,127.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Africa to the United Arab Emirates?

    The cheapest month for flights from Africa to the United Arab Emirates is October, when tickets cost AED 1,432 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is AED 2,993 and AED 2,200 respectively.

  • How far in advance should I book a flight from Africa to the United Arab Emirates?

    To get a below-average price on a flight from Africa to the United Arab Emirates, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 18% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

  • How many cities have direct flights to the United Arab Emirates?

    From Africa, there are direct flights to the United Arab Emirates from 29 cities. The city with the most direct flights is Cairo, with 347 direct flights each week.

  • How many direct flights to the United Arab Emirates are there each day?

    There are around 184 direct flights from within Africa to the United Arab Emirates every day. Most flights (30%) depart in the afternoon.

  • How many direct flights to the United Arab Emirates are there each week?

    Each week there are around 1,288 direct flights from within Africa to the United Arab Emirates. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

  • How long is the flight to the United Arab Emirates?

    An average direct flight from Africa to the United Arab Emirates takes 8h 29m, covering a distance of 8075 km. The shortest route is Cairo (CAI) to Sharjah (SHJ) with an average flight time of 3h 10m.

  • How many long-haul flights are there to the United Arab Emirates each week?

    Each week, there are around 272 long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration), 596 medium-haul (3-6 hours), and 420 short-haul (up to 3 hours) flights to the United Arab Emirates. The most long-haul flights depart from Johannesburg.

  • What are the most popular destinations in the United Arab Emirates?

    Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Dubai (90% of total searches to the United Arab Emirates). The next most popular destinations are Sharjah (7%) and Abu Dhabi (4%). Searches for flights to Ras Al Khaimah (0%) and to Al Ain (0%) are also popular.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Africa to the United Arab Emirates

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Africa to the United Arab Emirates? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3539 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.4Crew
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

Offboarding in Dubai was a bit confusing. The bus dropped us off, we passed the security, and then we were again in departure, no clue, no guidance on where to get our luggage

8.0 ExcellentMohsin, Feb 2026
LHE - DXB
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Offboarding in Dubai was a bit confusing. The bus dropped us off, we passed the security, and then we were again in departure, no clue, no guidance on where to get our luggage

Very good from the beginning to the end. Amazing experience

Seat did not recline at all, wi-FI did not work at all. Those are both very unfortunate for a 14 hour flight. Crew and food was of course very nice as always.

Always enjoyed flying with Emirates, flown with others but they don't really measure up. The others are cheaper without a doubt, but not as good as Emirates

Fly Dubai takes low cost and thrift to new depths in terms of service levels, terminal 2 is grossly inadequate for capacity and resembles a crowded buss or railway station,, the fly dubai( Emirates) flight is never on time(was 2.5 hrs delayed), and this is not an isolated experience, the flght air conditioning was turned low while we waited on the tarmac for take clearance to save fuel, should say more!!!! The depths! I only fly this airline from a compulsion, emirates code shares for connections to Muscat

Food was great. More vegetarian options on menu would be great!

They changed the flight time without telling us and were unwilling to help with rebooking because we booked through orbits/kayak

Child’s meal was great along with other nice touches for kids.

Both flights to and back from Lyon with buses taking extra time and delaying flight at DXB. Food serving needed work.

Emirates did great! I liked the service, the food, cleanness, and the flight was on time. Much better airline than Qatar Airways I flew with last year.

Business class ticket should include lounge access and seat selection. The food quality and varieties should be more. It was surpirise that no dessert was offered.

Dear Team, I purchased a full travel package that included 2 checked bags through you and JustFly. However, when I arrived at the airport, my ticket showed 0 checked bags. Since I was traveling internationally to India with 2 bags, It was a $200 per bag at the counter, which was extremely disappointing. For an international trip, why would I ever choose a no‑bag option for only $20–$30 less? This seems like an error in the booking process, and I am requesting clarification and a resolution. I have called JustFly and on phone for 1 hr :53 min and they couldn't help till I show some kind of proof etc which isn't possible but besides that love your service and using it for years !

I liked the crew, the food and the foot space. I did not like the comfort of the seats.

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Ethiad wanted to charge me $1100 for 2 checked bags on a ticket that was $550. Nother the airline or airfare assist was willing to help before arriving at the airport. All parties said it was the other responsibility to help. Never flying ethiad or using kayak again.

No entertainment except on app. No outlets working to charge. Good service

It was great! Kept the time. Provided what was promised

It was mediocre. Honestly, the flight was late but that didn’t bother me as I had plenty of time. The only thing that bothered me is that the crew never asked to make the beds for us in business class. Maybe the crew was exhausted and that just didn’t occur to them.

The flight was over 1 hour late taking off ,when I arrived in Abu Dhabi ,I missed my connecting flight to Bangkok so I had to wait almost 6 hours for my flight arriving in Bangkok at 6:30 am ,So I missed a whole day of my vacation and my hotel room sat empty so I paid for hotel days that I was not there. In Abu Dhabi there was a woman that worked the desk at transfers that was so professional, courteous , helpful,and may I say absolutely beautiful .she got me food vouchers for my layover and was a very calming presence. Besides that I will never use Etihad again I will pay the Xtra money . I'm sure they won't read or see this but it's my "2 cents" I'll use an airline that respects me and my hard earned dollars

I booked and paid for a Business Class seat for myself and my wife. 4 hours before the flight i get a call saying the plane they sent doesn't have the correct layout to accommodate all the business class seats they sold me 3 months earlier at a premium of $1500 a ticket. So they have to bump me from Business to Economy and will give me a $400 credit (total of $800 for both seats) that I could turn in at Abu Dahbi for $400 in US cash. They then promised a row that we could have to ourselves and the arm rests would go up so we could spread out for each of us. My wife was taken care of but I was put in the exit row with the flight attendents set as part of the three...and the arm rest did not go up. When we got to Abu Dahbi, they would not exchange our credit for cash as promised. Very disappointed they took my money 3 months ago and refused to reimburse for the change in seats or follow the promises made.

Boarding was disorganized. Cabin crew was rude. Food was okay. Baggage was lost in Jeddah. Called airline for the past 5 days, either no response or saying the same thing as always which was "No bag has arrived. It should be here by tonight."

The plane was old and the luggage racks above us were visibly shaking during turbulence. Water was dripping on our heads during landing. Our flight was over 2 hours late departing but we were not updated or told what to expect as the screen at the gate continued to read “on time”

I had a memorable experience. I dont have any comments at this time regarding waht could be better.

Our first flight was delayed and when we got off that plane, nobody was really helping to direct us to the next gate. It was very frustrating. One staff simply said hurry, which wasn’t helpful. We had to go a long way to get to the next gate. Another issue on the plane itself was the bathrooms were disgusting and filthy and it didn’t seem like anybody was checking on them were cleaning them and it was a long flight. There was urine on the floor and they stunk. Also, the screen in front of my seat did not work, and I tried different headphones and still had no sound. You would think somehow those things are reviewed occasionally for working order.

My recent experience with ASKY Airlines was disappointing. The check-in process was disorganized, and I was provided with inaccurate information regarding baggage requirements, resulting in unforeseen expenses. Additionally, the ground staff demonstrated a lack of professionalism and appeared insufficiently trained to handle passenger needs effectively. Regrettably, this initial encounter has left me reluctant to consider future travel with the airline.

The Boeing 737 MAX on this route, flown in the middle of the night, is an UTTER FAILURE for business travellers. The whole point of business travel is to arrive alert and recover from travel quickly, and this little aeroplane with its quarter recline uncomfortable business seats does nothing for that. It’s a small step up from economy in that you have decent legroom, but that’s it. Absolute margin at the cost of the traveller.

The food was terrible and the seating was uncomfortable, but the airline did a great thing letting us board in Abbis Ababa on our connecting flight after our original flight was very delayed.

Delays delays making us miss or next connection to IAD hence having to stay additional 24 hrs in Addis Ababa

Checking in wasn't organized, too many so-called diplomats were jumping line while everyone was waiting in line. They should have their own line not to impede on other passengers that was also waiting to be served. We all paid money and there should be no discrimination because everyone's money should have the same value diplomat or not! If they want to give diplomats some special treatment then let them create their own check in desk and not treat other passengers some that are (elderly, some with children, pregnant women) making them stand longer in line than necessary just because people are jumping line 😡

It was an old aircraft, stiff seats almost wooden chairs with thin cushions. Food was ok.

They boarded backwards so our zone meant nothing!!! My TV was broken, the remote was broke, the head set jack was broke! So i was stuck for 15 hours with no form of entertainment!!! The service was ok but they didn't check on us or serve many snacks. They acted like you were a burden when you hit the call button.

The plane was delayed almost three hours because boarding was unorganized then we were delayed even longer because the plane had an issue. The plane didn't look well maintained, there was also alot of tape on the exterior. I won't fly kenya air ways again after this trip.

Sadly, flights were delayed both ways with no reasons given other than " operational".

The crew was good but the entertainment was poor . All old movies and TV shows and very few of them. Needs current entertainment. Seats too firm. Food just ok. Nice though to have option with upgrade of no one sitting in middle seat

I purchased the upgrade to have 3 seats open, so I was able to sleep 9 hours. Without that I would have been miserable

Our luggage was supposed to be checked through from Arusha to Cape Town. We didn't know that it was a self transfer in Johannisburg. Kayak should not have sold this flight combination with out a self transfer alert.

There was chaos checking because of a canceled flight the day prior. Also, we had an issue with tickets. The KQ agent went above a d beyond to help us get on board the flight Overall the 13+ hour flight is uncomfortable in coach. I may try to upgrade on return

For a long haul flight, the seats were too narrow. Paid for extra legroom but wish I could have paid for width! I was pressed against another person for the whole donation of the flight.

Delayed flight made my day very long, but other than that KQ got me to my destination in good shape.

The nice treatment and lovely pilots who accepted my son inside for a photo.So lovely of them

As usual, the flight was late with the typical excuse of "a technical issue beyond our control." This is the same excuse they use every late flight which is EVERY flight.

3 hours delay for a 1.5h flight on a stinky plane

The food was horrible and the service was even worse, the entertainment was broken and missing control stick, even boarding was unorganised unprofessional, even the seats was loose, 5 hrs delay going and almost 3hrs delay coming back, the only thing is direct flight but with all the delays I can get a lot better airline for cheaper and a lot better service.

Very good service with EGYPTAIR, would definitely recommend flying with them.

To be honest, there has been a significant improvement in the level of EgyptAir in terms of service and food quality.

Very basic service in business class. Mediocre will be the right word to describe them. Also, we arrived 8 hours late.

Flight was delayed for 3 hrs and there is nothing at the terminal except going back through security again. Food was offered but no vegetarian option

The worst experience ever, me and my little daughter suffered a lot on this trip. If there is zero or below-zero evaluation, definitely, I will give them.

Website for Egyptair Plus needs to be refined or go back to the old one...!

The flight was late 1 hr in amman with no ac

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