Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Jouf Airport (AJF): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Jouf Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
The timezone in Sakākā is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Cairo.
Each week, there are 13 Cairo International Airport to Jouf Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, go for the 00:50 Air Arabia Egypt flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 23:30 with Nile Air.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your CAI to AJF flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Air Arabia Egypt has direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Jouf Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Sakākā — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air Arabia Egypt.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Jouf Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between CAI and AJF:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Jouf Airport (AJF)
Rs35,004 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Jouf Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs55,841. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CAI to AJF if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Jouf Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CAI to AJF.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cairo International Airport to Jouf Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cairo International Airport, data shows 63.38% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Jouf Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAI:
Arriving at Jouf Airport (AJF)
Pick up a Jouf Airport rental car and explore parts of Sakākā that most visitors tend to miss. Find your perfect set of wheels with Budget.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your ride from Jouf Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices usually increase closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Jouf Airport (AJF) to central Sakākā
Jouf Airport to the centre of Sakākā has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Jouf Airport (AJF)
July is the busiest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Jouf Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Sakākā in April.
The warmest month in Sakākā is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Cairo International Airport to Jouf Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from CAI to AJF in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 18ºC on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Sakākā is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored. Around 153 kilometres north-east of Sakākā, a visit to Arar will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Garden walk, Arar Tower and King Abdullah Square.
Turaif is another standout destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Sakākā. No trip is complete without dropping by Family Park حديقة عايله, Park and Garden and Family Walk Way.
