Fly private between Athens and Cairo from US$12,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Athens (ATH) to Cairo (CAI) and Cairo to Athens — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Athens and Cairo is about 1,108 km (688 miles), or 598 nautical miles.
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Expect US$12,500 – US$36,500 for a one-way charter between Athens and Cairo, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 47m | 1h 36m – 1h 58m | US$26,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 47m | US$26,000 – US$36,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 46m | US$28,500 – US$40,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 42m | US$31,000 – US$44,000 | 8-10 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
The guide range for Athens–Cairo is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure. Slot-controlled hubs at one or both ends can affect both scheduling and cost.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Athens, Greece: Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and Tatoi Airport.
Cairo, Egypt: Cairo International Airport, Capital International Airport, Quesna Airport, Sphinx International Airport and October Airport.
| Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | Cairo International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LGAV / ATH | HECA / CAI |
| Longest hard runway | 13,123 ft | 13,124 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 308 ft | 322 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Tatoi Airport (5,311 ft, 24 km) · Superior Air Helipad · Evelpidon Heliport · Afidnai Heliport · Capital International Airport (11,980 ft, 43 km) · Quesna Airport (9,054 ft, 58 km) · Sphinx International Airport (11,975 ft, 48 km) · October Airport (6,562 ft, 64 km)
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Athens–Cairo quote requests within 60 minutes.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Athens and Cairo is built around your itinerary.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Athens–Cairo is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$12,500 – US$36,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 47m airborne across the 1,108 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Athens–Cairo departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
