A private jet from Cairo to Alexandria typically covers about 190 km in roughly 35m–55m. The usual airport pair is CAI or SPX to HBE; the best aircraft is commonly a turboprop or light jet, subject to payload, runway and live operating conditions.
- Direct distance101 NM187 km great-circle
- Fastest in the air0h 40mLearjet 45XR
- Estimates fromUS$ 11,900one-way, 4 passengers
- Aircraft that fit6types priced below
What a private jet from Cairo to Alexandria costs
Every aircraft below can fly CAI–HBE non-stop off the runways at both ends. Prices are computed live from aircraft performance, fuel burn, airport fees and the cost of positioning the aircraft to Cairo — one-way, 4 passengers.
| Aircraft | Class | Seats | Flight time | Estimate, one-way |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learjet 45XR | Light jet | 8 | 0h 40m | US$ 11,900 |
| Citation XLS+ | Midsize jet | 9 | 0h 40m | US$ 13,000 |
| Citation Sovereign+ | Super-midsize | 9 | 0h 40m | US$ 15,000 |
| Challenger 605 | Heavy jet | 11 | 0h 42m | US$ 19,500 |
| Falcon 900EX | Heavy jet | 12 | 0h 42m | US$ 20,900 |
| Gulfstream G450 | Heavy jet | 14 | 0h 41m | US$ 22,900 |
Airports on the Cairo–Alexandria route
| Airport | ICAO | IATA | Runway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cairo International AirportCairo | HECA |
CAI |
13,124 ft |
| Alexandria International AirportAlexandria | HEBA |
HBE |
11,156 ft |
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*Computed estimate, not a quote. Figures move with aircraft availability, positioning and fuel. Single-engine piston aircraft are left out of route guides — the search tool still prices them if you want the absolute cheapest option. Estimates refresh twice daily.
Why this route matters
Cairo–Alexandria is a very short domestic mission whose value depends on airport access, meeting location and road conditions. It is best assessed door to door, not by flight time alone.
Airport choice
Cairo International or Sphinx can be considered at origin; Borg El Arab serves Alexandria. The best pair depends heavily on where passengers start and finish.
Plan the whole mission
Map the ground legs before requesting aircraft. A badly chosen Cairo airport can erase the advantage of the flight on such a short sector.
Aircraft and quote factors
Aircraft selection starts with passenger count, baggage, runway performance and the return plan—not a generic hourly rate. The live quote also reflects positioning, permits, international handling where applicable, crew duty, parking and the date-specific operator market.
For this domestic route, send the exact passenger list, baggage profile, preferred airports and whether the aircraft should wait. That produces a usable mission price rather than a headline estimate built on missing assumptions.
Quick answers
How long is a private flight from Cairo to Alexandria?
Plan on approximately 35m–55m in the air for a direct flight. Winds, routing, aircraft type and air-traffic control can move the final block time.
Which airports are used for a private jet from Cairo to Alexandria?
The usual planning pair is CAI or SPX and HBE. Cairo International or Sphinx can be considered at origin; Borg El Arab serves Alexandria. The best pair depends heavily on where passengers start and finish.
What aircraft is suitable for a private jet from Cairo to Alexandria?
A turboprop or light jet is the normal starting point, but the operator validates payload, runway, weather, baggage and permits for the exact mission.
Can this be a same-day return?
A same-day return is often workable, subject to meeting time, crew duty, permits and parking.
Is Sphinx Airport a better departure than Cairo International?
It can be for western Cairo or Giza passengers, subject to handling and aircraft availability. Compare actual ground times to both airports.
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All distances and times are planning estimates, not schedules or quotations. Airport acceptance, permits, handling, weather and aircraft availability are reconfirmed for each flight.