How long is a flight from France to Egypt?
A direct flight from Paris to Cairo takes approximately 4h30. Connecting flights may take between 6 and 12 hours depending on the airline and final destination in Egypt.
Flight durations according to destinations
- Paris - Cairo : 4h30 in direct flight
- Paris - Luxor : 5h in direct flight (when available)
- Paris - Hurghada : 4h45 in direct flight
- Flights with stopover : 6h to 12h depending on the connection (often via Istanbul, Doha or Dubai)
Main airlines and routes
Direct flights are operated by EgyptAir and Air France departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle. Other French cities generally require a stopover in Paris or in a Middle Eastern hub.
Key points to remember
Schedules and frequencies vary depending on the tourist season. In high season (October to April), more direct flights are available to beach destinations such as Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh.