AIRPORT EXIT

Egypt airport exit guides

Cairo is the textbook airport-scam destination. Touts swarm arrivals, official-looking ID badges mean nothing, and 'fixed fare' is whatever the driver decides on the way.

Common exit risks
  • • Fake 'tourist police' redirecting you to a friend's taxi
  • • Drivers claiming the meter is broken
  • • Hotel-pickup impostors holding signs with your name
Cash & card advice
  • • Use the white metered taxis or pre-arranged hotel pickup. Always agree the fare before getting in if there's no meter.
Ride-hailing status
  • • Uber and Careem both work at CAI but require walking to the designated ride-hailing zone.
AIRPORTS IN EGYPT
POPULAR ROUTES IN EGYPT

FAQ

Does Uber work at airports in Egypt?
Uber and Careem both work at CAI but require walking to the designated ride-hailing zone.
Should I pay an airport taxi in cash or card in Egypt?
Use the white metered taxis or pre-arranged hotel pickup. Always agree the fare before getting in if there's no meter.
What currency do I need for a taxi in Egypt?
Egypt uses the EGP (E£). Cash preferred; refuse USD pricing — always worse. Avoid changing money at airport kiosks — the rate is usually 5–15% worse than a bank ATM inside the terminal.
Do I tip taxi drivers in Egypt?
Small tip (10–20 EGP) expected. Drivers do not rely on tips the way US drivers do, and inflated "tips" are sometimes used to justify an overcharge — pay the metered fare first, then decide.
What airport scams are common in Egypt?
The three most reported on arrival: Fake 'tourist police' redirecting you to a friend's taxi; Drivers claiming the meter is broken; Hotel-pickup impostors holding signs with your name. See the individual airport guides for terminal-specific details.
Which airports in Egypt have exit guides?
We cover 5 airports in Egypt — including HBE, CAI, HRG, LXR, SSH. Each guide has the official taxi rank location, fair fare, ride-hailing status and the scams to watch for on arrival.