What is the tower frequency at HECA?

The tower frequency at Cairo Intl is 118.1 MHz.

Does HECA require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Cairo Intl (Egypt).

Where is HECA located?

Cairo Intl (HECA) is located in Cairo, Egypt.

What is the IATA code for HECA?

The IATA code for Cairo Intl is CAI.

How long is the runway at HECA?

The main runway at Cairo Intl (05C/23C) measures 13120 X 197.

Does HECA have an ILS approach?

Yes, Cairo Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 05C/23C, 05L/23R, 05R/23L.

Is HECA a port of entry?

Yes, Cairo Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Cairo Intl (HECA/CAI) — Cairo, Egypt

Cairo Intl (HECA/CAI) serves Cairo, Egypt. This is a major international airport with 3 runways (05C/23C, 05L/23R). Field elevation is 322 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Observed Activity · Jul 23

65 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 19 on the ground · busiest hour 03:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-23

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-04-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: HECA
Name: Cairo Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 30.111534
Longitude: 31.396694
Elevation: 322 ft
Country: Egypt
Municipality: Cairo
IATA Code: CAI
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Africa/Cairo
Distance from City: 17.2 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05C/23C

Designation: 05C/23C
Dimensions: 13120 X 197
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT II (05C), ILS CAT I (23C), RNAV (GNSS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 05L/23R

Designation: 05L/23R
Dimensions: 10830 X 197
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I (05L), RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 05R/23L

Designation: 05R/23L
Dimensions: 13124 X 197
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I (23L), RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: 119.050 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 122.600 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday N/A

Tuesday N/A

Wednesday N/A

Thursday N/A

Friday N/A

Saturday N/A

Sunday N/A

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx EGP 200-600 per tonne
Parking Fee: First 3 hours free; then EGP 80-200 per tonne per day
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: EGP
Remarks: Cairo International. Handlers: EgyptAir Ground Services, National Air Services. Three terminals. Africa's second busiest airport.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Supplied by EgyptAir Fuel Company (EAFCO) and Misr Petroleum.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Full CIQ. Visa on arrival available for many nationalities (approx USD 25). eVisa also available.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: 3
Remarks: No curfew. Radar vectoring for all arrivals/departures (no published SIDs/STARs historically). Chapter 2 banned.

Alternates

HEPS

ICAO: HEPS
Name: Port Said
Distance (NM): 82.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Egypt Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 2d Landing: 7d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours minimum (4 business days recommended); air ambulance: 3 hours
Landing Lead Time: 4 business days (official); air ambulance: 3 hours

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require ECAA permit and military approval. Security-sensitive, allow extra time.

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Active NOTAMs

A0317/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

AIP SUP 21/26 CONCERNING PRESENCE OF LASER BEAM EXTD.

2026-07-20 19:55:00 2026-12-31 23:59:00

A0318/26 info

AIP SUP 22/26 CONCERNING GPS JAMMING EXTD.

2026-07-20 20:00:00 2026-12-31 23:59:00

W1316/26 info

PARAGLIDING ACT WILL TAKE PLACE RADIUS 01KM CENTRE 295825N0310737E, FNA RWY 05L AFFECTED.

2026-07-01 03:00:00 2026-07-31 16:30:00

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Nearby Airports

HEAZ Almaza Air Force Base 2 NM HE15 Hulwan Airfield 18 NM HECP Capital International Airport 23 NM HECW Cairo West Air Base 25 NM HESX Sphinx International Airport 26 NM HEOC October Airport 35 NM HE16 Birma Air Base 50 NM HEIS Ismailia Air Base 52 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at HECA?: The tower frequency at Cairo Intl is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at HECA?: Cairo Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does HECA require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Cairo Intl (Egypt).
Where is HECA located?: Cairo Intl (HECA) is located in Cairo, Egypt.
What is the IATA code for HECA?: The IATA code for Cairo Intl is CAI.
How long is the runway at HECA?: The main runway at Cairo Intl (05C/23C) measures 13120 X 197.
Does HECA have an ILS approach?: Yes, Cairo Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 05C/23C, 05L/23R, 05R/23L.
Is HECA a port of entry?: Yes, Cairo Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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