Cairo International Airport (CAI) is situated north east of Cairo. Cairo International Airport is the busiest airport within Egypt and the second busiest in Africa, dealing with approximately 15 million passengers a year and over 65 airlines. It works as a main hub for Star Alliance, part of EgyptAir, which copes with about 60% of the flights. Cairo International Airport is composed of three terminals, however Terminal 2 has been undergoing renovations which are predicted to be finished by 2013. All flights from this terminal have been relocated into Terminal 1.

Airport Information Cairo

• Location: Cairo International Airport is situated in Heliopolis, about 13 miles north east of the center of Cairo in Egypt.
• Address: Cairo International Airport, Oruba Road, Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt
• Telephone Number: (20) 22-65-3308/22-68-4248
• Time Zone: GMT +3
• Eating & Drinking: There is a wide selection of dining opportunities available throughout the airport, including the 1960’s Stereo Restaurant and the Air Mall Restaurants and Cafes which consists of food outlets like Segafredo, Cielo and Kenoz.
• ATM: Banks and ATMs are located throughout the airport and include the Commercial International Bank and HSBC. There are also facilities for currency exchange open 24 hours.
• WiFi: Wireless Internet is available throughout the airport.
• Shopping: There are a number of big brand shops including Swatch in Terminal 1 and Bijoux Terner in Terminal 2. Cairo Airport Duty Free shopping is located in Terminal 1 and 3.
• Luggage: Trolleys are located throughout the airport terminals and left luggage facilities are available. Lost and found is located in Terminal 1 or contact 02-22-655-246 (except for Egypt Air which is 02-22-657-328/250).
• Airport Hotels: The Novotel Cairo Airport Hotel (02-291-8520) is situated 2 miles from the airport. Other places to stay within the area include Concorde El Salam (02-622-6000), Movenpick Heiopolis Hotel (02-2635-5253) and Le Meridien Heliopolis (02-2290-5055). A free shuttle bus service is available to and from all of the main hotels in the vicinity.
• Disabled Travelers: Facilities available include wheelchairs, toilets and paking spaces. Passengers are advised to contact their airline prior to flying.
• Lounges: The VIP Lounge is open to VIP passengers only. The English, Italian and American lounges all serve dishes originating from their particular country. The Royal Lounge is currently only available for Terminal 1 passengers - particular sections can be booked in advance.
• Parking: Nine car parks offering short and long term parking spaces are located by Terminal 1. Short term parking is within walking distance from the terminal. A further four car parks are situated at Terminal 2. Rates are charged at approximately 80¢ an hour.
• Directions & Transportation: From Cairo drivers can head to Heliopolis over the 6th October Bridge from Salah Salem Road. Airport Shuttle buses provide transportation to the airport through Giza. They depart every half an hour and cost about $6. Buses and Coaches are positioned outside Terminal 1. A bus trip costs about 35¢. Taxi ranks are found outside the arrival halls and the journey to Cairo center takes approximately 45 minutes.
• Website: http://www.cairo-airport.com/