What to Do at CAI

Make the most of your time at Cairo International Airport (CAI) with these suggestions.

Eat, Drink & Grab a Bite

  • Starbucks: Terminal 2 (24-hour). Perfect for early arrivals or late departures. Coffee, quick snacks, Wi-Fi, and recharge before a flight.
  • Fast-food & Grab-and-Go: Especially in Terminal 3’s departure concourse. Mix of international and local fast-food, quick bites for travellers on tight layovers.

Lounges & Quiet Corners

  • Ahlein – Premium Lounge (Terminal 2, airside): 24-hour lounge with snacks, Wi-Fi, workspaces, quiet zones. Ideal for international departures or transit.
  • EgyptAir Alioth Lounge (Terminal 3, departure concourse): Standard EgyptAir / Star Alliance lounge with water, juice, tea/coffee, and snacks.
  • EgyptAir Almesian Lounge (Terminal 3, near gate F10): Alternative lounge option when Alioth is crowded; similar services.
  • Without Lounge Access: Wander past duty-free shops, rest near windows, or grab a coffee to find a quiet corner.

Shops & Duty-Free, Essentials & Convenience

  • Duty-Free Stores: Terminals 2 & 3 offer perfumes, cosmetics, gifts, souvenirs, electronics. Perfect for last-minute shopping.
  • Bookstores: Gamal Bookstore in Terminal 2, ideal for travel reading, magazines, or last-minute buys.
  • Telecom / Convenience Kiosks: SIM/top-ups, snacks, cables, chargers available before boarding.

Practical Amenities

  • Currency Exchange, ATMs, Banks: Available across terminals, useful after visa-on-arrival or for local purchases.
  • Medical Facilities & Pharmacies: For basic first-aid or medicine needs.
  • Car Rental Desks: For onward travel plans.

Why AirportAssist Makes a Difference at CAI

Because Cairo isn’t tidy. It doesn’t wait. Lines surge. Flights overlap. Lounges fill. Shops open or close depending on shifting schedules.

With AirportAssist, you don’t just get a ride or a porter. You get someone who knows the paths — the lounges, 24-hour Starbucks, duty-free layouts, and how to avoid crowded corridors.

A “meet you at the gate” becomes a calm handshake. A “long layover” becomes a restful seat with coffee and Wi-Fi. A “tight connection” becomes a smooth shuffle across terminals with no guesswork.

On long journeys, the little reliefs add up — and by the time you land, you feel human, not exhausted.

WE ENSURE SWIFT, SMOOTH AND SAFE PASSAGE THROUGH AIRPORTS