How long is the IB5986 flight?

The timetable allows 4 h 15 min. Barcelona to Cairo is 2,906 km (1,806 mi).

Which terminal does IB5986 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) and arrives at Terminal 2 at Cairo International Airport (CAI). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does IB5986 have?

Also listed as IBE5986 (Iberia's ICAO code) and IB 5986.

Can I get compensation if IB5986 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €400 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

IB5986 Flight Status Iberia: Barcelona to Cairo (IBE5986)

Iberia IB 5986

Landed On Time

BCN Barcelona

Scheduled: 17:35
Actual: 17:48

Terminal: 1 | Gate: D6

Departure: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time CET

Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)

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CAI Cairo

Scheduled: 22:50
Actual: 22:34
Delay

Terminal: 2

Arrival: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · local time EET

Cairo International Airport (CAI)

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Landed 38h 39m ago 100%

BCN 17:48 CAI 22:34

2,906 km (1,806 mi) flown

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 2906 km / 1806 miles · Scheduled Duration: 04:15 · Actual Duration: 03:46

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IB 5986 Flight Status & Schedule Iberia Barcelona to Cairo

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 07	BCN	CAI	17:48	22:34	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	BCN	CAI	17:47	22:43	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	BCN	CAI	17:54	22:33	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	BCN	CAI	17:49	22:42	Landed	Track >
Oct 29	BCN	CAI	17:55	23:33	Landed	Track >
Oct 26	BCN	CAI	17:45	23:41	Landed	Track >

Iberia operates IB 5986 from Barcelona to Cairo, a 2,906 km (1,806 mi) trip, twice a week (Thursday and Saturday). With 4 h 15 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 3 h 50 min, it often makes up time. On Saturday it left on time and landed at 22:34, 16 minutes early.

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About IB 5986

Route: Barcelona El Prat Airport BCN to Cairo International Airport CAI
Distance: 2,906 km (1,806 mi)
Typical flight time: 3 h 50 min
Flies: Thu, Sat
On time: 6 of the last 6
Usually departs from: Terminal 1

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Saturday's flight landed 16 minutes early, so no delay compensation applies; it starts at 3 hours late on arrival.

IB 5986 FAQ

How long is the IB5986 flight?: The timetable allows 4 h 15 min. Barcelona to Cairo is 2,906 km (1,806 mi).
How often is IB5986 late?: None of the last 6 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does IB5986 fly?: Twice a week: Thursday and Saturday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does IB5986 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) and arrives at Terminal 2 at Cairo International Airport (CAI). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does IB5986 have?: Also listed as IBE5986 (Iberia's ICAO code) and IB 5986.
Can I get compensation if IB5986 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €400 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

IB5986 and Barcelona BCN to Cairo CAI Flights

Flight IB5986 is a code-share Iberia flight of the Vueling operated VY8590.

Other flights departing from Barcelona BCN: EW521, VY8590

Other flights arriving at Cairo CAI: VY8590, XY265, MS29, MS33

All flights connecting Barcelona BCN to Cairo CAI.