Direct flights from Shanghai to Cairo

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Shanghai

China

China

PVG

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

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Cairo

Egypt

Egypt

CAI

Cairo International Airport

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Distance
5,197 miles  ·  (8,364 km)
Flight time
12 hours
Airlines
  • China Eastern
  • Egyptair
Alliances
  • Oneworld
  • SkyTeam
  • Star Alliance
Classes
  • Economy
  • Premium Economy
  • Business Class
  • First Class
Aircrafts
  • Airbus A350-900
  • Boeing 787-9

Shanghai to Cairo Flight Schedule

Scan through all non-stop flights from Shanghai to Cairo. The full flight schedule below gives an overview of all non-stop flights from PVG to CAI, which includes the daily timetable of every operating airline for the upcoming 12 months.

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Best time to visit Cairo

What is the best time to visit Cairo?

🏜️  Desert

Desert destinations like Cairo are known for their hot days, with temperatures frequently exceeding 40°C (104°F), but cooler nights. With very little rainfall, these locations are famous for their extreme weather, breathtaking scenery, and the cultural heritage of their inhabitants. Despite the harsh living conditions, they provide a remarkable mix of adventure, calmness, and stunning landscapes, making them wonderful places to explore.

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Cairo is a wonderful destination to explore throughout the year, but it's advisable to avoid the summer months due to the intense heat. For a more enjoyable visit, plan your trip between September and May.

Airlines flying from Shanghai to Cairo

Airline-specific flight schedules from Shanghai to Cairo

In total there are 2 airlines operating nonstop flights from Shanghai PVG to Cairo CAI. This section gives an overview of the flight schedules and timetables of every airline with direct flights for this route.

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China Eastern
China Eastern flight schedulefrom Shanghai to Cairo

China Eastern is a member of SkyTeam
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Egyptair flight schedulefrom Shanghai to Cairo

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Shanghai to Cairo Flights

Flights from PVG to CAI are operated 10 times a week, with an average of 1 flight per day. Departure times vary between 00:50 - 23:55. The earliest flight departs at 00:50, the last flight departs at 23:55. However, this depends on the date you are flying so please check with the full flight schedule above to see which departure times are available on your preferred date(s) of travel.

You can fly in Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class. First Class is not available on this route (at least not as a non-stop flight).

The fastest direct flight from Shanghai to Cairo takes 12 hours. The flight distance between Shanghai and Cairo is 5,197 miles (or 8,364 km).

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Frequently asked questions - FAQ

How many airports are there in Cairo?

There is 1 airport in Cairo: Cairo International Airport (CAI).

How many flights per week are there from PVG to CAI?

There are 10 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Cairo (as of April 2026).

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Cairo?

12 hours is the average flight time from Shanghai to Cairo.

How far is Cairo from Shanghai?

The distance from Shanghai to Cairo is 5,197 miles (8,364 kilometers).

What airlines fly nonstop from PVG airport to CAI airport?

China Eastern and Egyptair are flying nonstop from Shanghai to Cairo.

What alliances have direct flights from Shanghai to Cairo?

SkyTeam and Star Alliance are flying nonstop from Shanghai to Cairo.

What classes are available from Shanghai to Cairo?

You can fly non-stop in Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class.

What aircraft types fly from Shanghai to Cairo?

Aircraft types that fly from Shanghai to Cairo:

  • Airbus A350-900
  • Boeing 787-9

What is the earliest flight departing from Shanghai to Cairo?

The earliest flight departs at 00:50 from Shanghai and arrives at 08:30 at Cairo.

What is the latest flight available from Shanghai to Cairo?

The latest flight departs at 23:55 from Shanghai and arrives at 05:25 at Cairo.

Popular flights from Shanghai via Cairo

Non-stop flights from PVG to CAI

5,197 miles (8,364 km)  ·  12h

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