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.

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

Downtown Cairo45–90 min (traffic) · ~22 km

FAQ

Does Uber work at airports in Egypt?: Uber and Careem both work at CAI but require walking to the designated ride-hailing zone.
Cash or card for airport taxis in Egypt?: Use the white metered taxis or pre-arranged hotel pickup. Always agree the fare before getting in if there's no meter.