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Terminal 1
The oldest terminal, on the other side of the airport road. Serves some scheduled airlines plus charter and pilgrimage flights. Relatively far from Terminals 2 and 3.
Practical guide · November 2026
Cairo International Airport terminals explained: which one is yours, and how to move between them
Cairo Airport has three separate passenger terminals, and mixing them up is the most common cause of a delayed pickup. This guide clears it up before you land.
The three terminals in brief
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Terminal 2
Fully rebuilt, used by many foreign carriers (European and Gulf). Connected to Terminal 3 by a walkway and a short people-mover.
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Terminal 3
The largest and newest; EgyptAir's main hub and home to Star Alliance partners. Most large international flights arrive here.
Airline allocations change occasionally — your ticket or the airline's website the day before is the final word.
Moving between terminals
- Terminal 2 ↔ Terminal 3: connected by an indoor walkway and an automated people mover in minutes, without leaving the airport.
- Terminal 1 ↔ Terminals 2/3: separated by a few kilometres; a free inter-terminal shuttle bus runs, or it is 10 minutes by car.
- If you booked a driver and your arrival terminal changes, call us or the driver — the driver moves to the correct terminal.
Where to meet your driver
Your Vibes driver waits in the arrivals hall after customs with a name sign, at the terminal in your booking. Add the flight number and terminal to the notes; we track the flight and include 60 minutes of free waiting after actual landing.
Tips
- SIM cards (Vodafone, Orange, Etisalat) are sold in the arrivals halls — get one before you exit to stay reachable.
- ATMs are in every terminal; Egyptian pounds save you money on any cash payment.
- Immigration queues at Terminal 3 can be long at night peaks — your driver waits regardless.
FAQs
Which terminal does EgyptAir use at Cairo Airport?
Mostly Terminal 3, its main hub shared with Star Alliance carriers. Check your ticket, as some regional flights differ.
Are Terminals 2 and 3 connected?
Yes, by an indoor walkway and a short people mover, without leaving the airport.
I landed at a different terminal from my booking — what now?
Call the driver or customer service right away — the driver relocates, and the 60 minutes of free waiting covers the difference.
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