Location: Cairo, Egypt Currency: EGP ج.م Egyptian Pound
ATMs in Cairo Airport (CAI) Locations & Hours
Here’s a complete list of ATMs located inside Cairo Airport (CAI), plus additional ATMs and banks near Cairo Airport (CAI) for convenient cash withdrawals before or after your flight.
National Bank of Egypt (NBE) ATM — Terminal 3 Arrivals Hall (Landside)
- Location: Terminal 3, public Arrivals hall after Customs exit, near passenger meeting/pick-up area
- Hours: Typically 24/7 (subject to terminal access and maintenance)
Banque Misr ATM — Terminal 3 Arrivals Hall (Landside)
- Location: Terminal 3, landside Arrivals hall near baggage claim exit flow and airport service counters
- Hours: Typically 24/7 (subject to maintenance)
CIB ATM — Terminal 3 Arrivals Hall (Landside)
- Location: Terminal 3, public Arrivals area near passenger circulation corridor and transport signage
- Hours: Typically 24/7 (subject to terminal access)
Bank of Alexandria ATM — Terminal 3 Arrivals Hall (Landside)
- Location: Terminal 3, landside arrivals public hall near airport services / currency exchange zone
- Hours: Typically 24/7 (subject to maintenance)
ATM Cluster (Multi-bank) — Terminal 3 Departures Check-in Hall (Landside)
- Location: Terminal 3, departures/check-in hall before security screening, near check-in islands and public seating
- Hours: Usually very long hours aligned with Terminal 3 flight activity (often near-24h)
ATM (Multi-bank) — Terminal 3 Airside Concourse Passenger Area
- Location: Terminal 3, after security/passport control in the main passenger shopping/seating corridor
- Hours: During active airside operations; access requires boarding pass
National Bank of Egypt (NBE) ATM — Terminal 2 Arrivals Hall (Landside)
- Location: Terminal 2, public Arrivals hall after Customs and baggage claim exit
- Hours: Typically 24/7 (subject to terminal access and maintenance)
Banque Misr ATM — Terminal 2 Arrivals Hall (Landside)
- Location: Terminal 2, landside arrivals public area near passenger exits / meeting point
- Hours: Typically 24/7 (subject to maintenance)
CIB ATM — Terminal 2 Departures Hall (Landside Check-in Area)
- Location: Terminal 2, departures/check-in hall before security, near airline counters and terminal entrances
- Hours: Long hours matching terminal operations (often early morning through late night)
Bank ATM Cluster — Terminal 2 Public Service Zone (Landside)
- Location: Terminal 2, landside service/circulation area where banks, currency exchange, and passenger services are grouped
- Hours: Typically 24/7 for ATMs; bank counters have limited hours
ATM (Multi-bank) — Terminal 2 Airside Passenger Hall
- Location: Terminal 2, post-security passenger area near seating, shops, or gate corridor
- Hours: During active gate/concourse operations only
National Bank of Egypt (NBE) ATM — Terminal 1 Arrivals Hall (Landside)
- Location: Terminal 1, public Arrivals hall outside baggage claim/customs exit area
- Hours: Typically 24/7 (subject to maintenance)
Banque Misr ATM — Terminal 1 Arrivals Hall (Landside)
- Location: Terminal 1, landside arrivals hall near airport information / passenger meeting area
- Hours: Typically 24/7 (subject to terminal access)
CIB ATM — Terminal 1 Departures Hall (Landside Check-in Area)
- Location: Terminal 1, departures/check-in hall before security checkpoints, near main public terminal entrance
- Hours: Long hours aligned with Terminal 1 departures
ATM Cluster (Multi-bank) — Terminal 1 Travel Hall / Public Concourse
- Location: Terminal 1, public terminal concourse connecting check-in, service counters, and passenger waiting zones
- Hours: Typically terminal operating hours; many machines available 24/7
ATM (Multi-bank) — Terminal 1 Airside Gate Lounge Area
- Location: Terminal 1, post-security passenger lounge/gate corridor area
- Hours: Available during active airside operations; access requires boarding pass
ATM (Multi-bank) — Seasonal Flights Terminal Arrivals/Service Area
- Location: Seasonal Flights Terminal public service zone near arrivals/departures passenger flow
- Hours: Seasonal/flight-dependent; typically open during active pilgrimage/charter operations
ATM (Multi-bank) — Seasonal Flights Terminal Departures Hall
- Location: Seasonal Flights Terminal check-in/departures public hall before security
- Hours: Flight-schedule dependent (especially peak religious travel periods)
ATM (Multi-bank) — AirMall / Commercial Area (CAI Airport Complex)
- Location: CAI airport commercial/AirMall area within the airport complex, near shops and passenger services
- Hours: Usually extended hours with commercial area operations
ATM (Bank/Service Building) — New Service Building (Airport Complex)
- Location: New Service Building within Cairo Airport complex (public-access service zone)
- Hours: Generally building access hours; some ATMs may run longer than counters
ATM (Multi-bank) — Terminal Connector / Public Transport Access Zone
- Location: Public-side terminal connection/transport access area between terminal-side circulation points
- Hours: Typically very long hours due to inter-terminal passenger movement
Nearby Option: National Bank of Egypt / Banque Misr ATMs — Heliopolis Airport Approach Roads
- Location: Off-airport bank branches and street ATMs along airport approach roads / Heliopolis area near CAI
- Hours: Street ATMs often 24/7; branch lobby/counter hours vary
Nearby Option: Bank ATMs — Le Méridien Cairo Airport (Terminal 3 Skyway Side)
- Location: Hotel/public access side near Le Méridien Cairo Airport connected to Terminal 3 via skyway
- Hours: Usually extended hotel/public access hours; ATM availability may vary by operator
Cairo Airport (CAI) ATMs Walkthrough & Map
Follow the step-by-step walkthrough below to find ATMs when arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI). For terminal maps and official airport info, visit Cairo Airport (CAI) map/homepage.
International Arrivals (CAI)
- After landing, follow airport signs for Arrivals, Passport Control / Immigration, and then Baggage Claim.
- If you need a visa on arrival or visa-related payment steps, complete those formalities first, then continue to Immigration.
- Collect your luggage at Baggage Claim and proceed through Customs.
- Once you exit into the public Arrivals hall (landside), slow down and look for signs reading “Banks/ATM”, “ATM”, or bank logos (e.g., NBE, Banque Misr, CIB).
- At CAI, the easiest ATM locations are usually in the Arrivals public hall near passenger exits, meeting points, and service counters.
- If the first ATM line is long, stay inside the same terminal and look for a second ATM cluster near the departures/check-in side (still landside) before going outside.
- Withdraw the cash you need before heading to taxi, ride-hailing pickup, hotel transfer, or parking pickup.
- If you accidentally go curbside first, re-enter the terminal and follow signs back toward Arrivals or Banks/ATM.
- If your card is rejected at one machine, try another bank’s ATM in the same terminal—CAI commonly has multiple bank brands in major terminals.
Domestic Arrivals (CAI)
- After landing, follow signs for Arrivals and Baggage Claim.
- Collect your luggage and follow the flow to the public Arrivals hall (landside).
- In the public hall, look for overhead signs and wall signs marked ATM or Banks/ATM.
- Check the Arrivals hall ATM area first because it is usually the fastest option before you meet your driver or leave the terminal.
- If you need another ATM, walk toward the Departures / Check-in hall (still before security) where additional bank machines are commonly installed.
- Withdraw cash before leaving for taxis, airport buses, private pickup, or domestic transfer services.
- If you are moving to another terminal, you can also use ATMs in the next terminal’s landside hall rather than searching airside.
Quick CAI Landmarks That Mean You’re Close
- Arrivals: If you just cleared Customs and entered the public Arrivals area, you are in one of the best ATM zones at CAI.
- Departures: If you can see check-in counters and airline queues, you are in another common landside ATM area.
- Banking services: If you see currency exchange or bank counters, ATM machines are often nearby.
- Outside already? If you can see the pickup lanes / taxi area, step back inside and follow Banks/ATM signs for easier access.
Use the map below to find the nearest ATMs and banks near Cairo Airport (CAI), especially if you can’t use the ATMs inside the airport or prefer to withdraw cash outside the airport.
ATM Withdrawal Tips & Advice for Cairo Airport (CAI)
- Use landside Arrivals ATMs first at CAI. The easiest cash access is usually in the public Arrivals halls of Terminals 1, 2, or 3 right after Customs/baggage claim exit, before you step into the busy pickup area.
- Try another bank brand if your card is declined. CAI often has multiple Egyptian bank ATM brands in the same terminal (such as NBE, Banque Misr, CIB), and foreign-card compatibility can vary by machine/network.
- Withdraw Egyptian pounds (EGP) before going to taxis. Having local cash ready can make the first transfer from CAI smoother, especially if you are using airport taxis, tipping porters, or paying small cash-only expenses.
- Expect different fees depending on the machine operator. At CAI, surcharge amounts and conversion prompts may differ between bank ATMs; if one fee looks high, check another ATM in the same landside hall before confirming.
- Decline ATM currency conversion (DCC) if offered. If the screen asks whether to charge your card in your home currency, selecting EGP is usually the better exchange-rate option for CAI ATM withdrawals.
- Use the departures/check-in hall as your backup ATM zone. If the arrivals ATM line is long after a large international flight bank, walk to the landside Departures hall for additional machines before leaving the terminal.
- Late-night arrivals should prioritize Terminal 2/3 landside halls. CAI operates around the clock, and landside ATMs in the main terminals are generally the most reliable during overnight arrival windows.
- Keep a small amount of low-denomination EGP. After withdrawing at CAI, consider breaking large notes for baggage trolleys, tips, or smaller purchases in and around the airport area.
- Save your ATM receipt and note the terminal number. If there is a dispense error or duplicate charge, saying “Terminal 3 Arrivals hall ATM” or “Terminal 2 departures landside ATM” helps your bank resolve the issue faster.
- If one terminal is crowded, use another landside terminal ATM only if you are already transferring. CAI is spread across multiple terminals, so avoid unnecessary terminal changes unless your onward transport or flight already requires it.
FAQs – Cairo Airport (CAI) ATMs
Are there ATMs in all main terminals at Cairo Airport (CAI)?
Yes. Cairo Airport’s main passenger terminals (Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3) have ATM access, especially in landside Arrivals and Departures/check-in areas.
Where is the easiest ATM to use right after landing at CAI?
The easiest option is usually the public Arrivals hall (landside) right after you clear Customs and exit baggage claim. This is where many arriving passengers withdraw cash before heading to transport.
Can I find ATMs before security at Cairo Airport?
Yes. CAI commonly has ATMs in pre-security (landside) zones such as the Arrivals hall and Departures/check-in hall in the main terminals.
Are there ATMs after security at CAI?
Yes, some terminals also have ATMs in airside passenger areas near gate lounges or shopping corridors, but landside ATMs are usually easier to access on arrival.
Do CAI airport ATMs accept foreign cards?
Many do, especially major bank ATMs in the main terminals. If one ATM rejects your card, try another bank’s machine in the same terminal because card-network support can vary.
What fees should I expect when withdrawing cash at CAI?
Fees vary by ATM operator and your card issuer. You may see a local ATM surcharge and/or your bank’s foreign withdrawal fee, so compare the on-screen fee prompt if multiple ATMs are available nearby.
Should I use an airport currency exchange desk or an ATM at CAI?
If your card works, many travelers prefer a bank ATM for quick access to EGP. Currency exchange counters are useful backup options, but ATMs are often faster when arrivals are busy.
What should I do if the first ATM at CAI is crowded or not working?
Stay inside the terminal and try another ATM in the same Arrivals hall or walk to the Departures/check-in landside area. CAI usually has multiple machines across these public zones.
Can I get cash at CAI late at night or early morning?
Usually yes. Cairo Airport operates 24/7, and landside ATMs in major terminals are typically the most reliable for overnight arrivals, though individual machines can be temporarily unavailable for maintenance.
What if an ATM at CAI debits my card but does not dispense cash?
Keep the receipt (if printed), note the exact terminal and area, and contact your bank/card issuer immediately. The terminal/location details help the dispute process and ATM.
Cairo Airport Related Services
- BOOK an AIRPORT HOTEL in Cairo or SLEEPING PODS
- RENT a CAR in Cairo Airport or BOOK a PRIVATE TRANSFER
- STORE your LUGGAGE in Cairo Airport or NEARBY
- BUY a LOCAL eSIM for Cairo, Egypt or a GLOBAL eSIM