How reliable are taxis and ride-hailing apps in Egypt outside Sharm el-Sheikh?

For a roughly 320 km airport trip at night, a regular taxi may ask for cash fares starting around EGP 5,000; about EGP 9,000 was also cited for a round trip. If the cost is similar, a pre-booked transfer may be easier because it avoids negotiating and finding a car.

Alexandria got positive feedback specifically for Uber: drivers completed trips normally and even warned travelers about areas to avoid. For city rides in a large Egyptian city, the app seemed more reliable than hailing a regular taxi.

Cairo was described as significantly more difficult than Alexandria even when using an app. In Cairo, it makes sense to allow extra time and consider a trusted pre-arranged transfer when possible.

Regular Egyptian taxis were described as old-school and less convenient, especially compared with Southeast Asia. For a more predictable trip, travelers suggested checking transfers on Trip.com or using a car for longer routes beyond Sharm.