How long is the IB5987 flight?

The timetable allows 4 h 35 min. Cairo to Barcelona is 2,906 km (1,806 mi).

Which terminal does IB5987 use?

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

What other flight numbers does IB5987 have?

Also listed as IBE5987 (Iberia's ICAO code) and IB 5987.

Can I get compensation if IB5987 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. Arriving in the EU on an EU carrier, this flight is covered by EU261.

IB5987 Flight Status Iberia: Cairo to Barcelona (IBE5987)

Iberia IB 5987

Landed On Time

CAI Cairo

Scheduled: 23:50
Actual: 23:54

Terminal: 2

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

Cairo International Airport (CAI)

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BCN Barcelona

Scheduled: 03:25
Actual: 03:08
Delay

Terminal: 1

Arrival: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · local time CET

Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)

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Landed 33h 13m ago 100%

CAI 23:54 BCN 03:08 ⁺¹

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: 04:35 · Actual Duration: 04:14

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IB 5987 Flight Status & Schedule Iberia Cairo to Barcelona

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 07	CAI	BCN	23:54	03:08	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	CAI	BCN	23:58	03:08	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	CAI	BCN	23:53	03:03	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	CAI	BCN	23:54	02:54	Landed	Track >
Oct 29	CAI	BCN	01:00	03:05	Landed	Track >
Oct 27	CAI	BCN	01:07	02:57	Landed	Track >

Iberia operates IB 5987 from Cairo to Barcelona, a 2,906 km (1,806 mi) trip, twice a week (Thursday and Saturday). With 4 h 35 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 4 h 10 min, it often makes up time. On Saturday it left on time and landed at 03:08 the next morning, 17 minutes early.

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About IB 5987

Route: Cairo International Airport CAI to Barcelona El Prat Airport BCN
Distance: 2,906 km (1,806 mi)
Typical flight time: 4 h 10 min
Flies: Thu, Sat
On time: 6 of the last 6
Usually departs from: Terminal 2

Arriving in the EU on an EU carrier, this flight is covered by EU261. Saturday's flight landed 17 minutes early, so no delay compensation applies; it starts at 3 hours late on arrival.

IB 5987 FAQ

How long is the IB5987 flight?: The timetable allows 4 h 35 min. Cairo to Barcelona is 2,906 km (1,806 mi).
How often is IB5987 late?: None of the last 6 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does IB5987 fly?: Twice a week: Thursday and Saturday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does IB5987 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 2 at Cairo International Airport (CAI) and arrives at Terminal 1 at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does IB5987 have?: Also listed as IBE5987 (Iberia's ICAO code) and IB 5987.
Can I get compensation if IB5987 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. Arriving in the EU on an EU carrier, this flight is covered by EU261.

IB5987 and Cairo CAI to Barcelona BCN Flights

Flight IB5987 is a code-share Iberia flight of the Vueling operated VY8591.

Other flights departing from Cairo CAI: VY8591, MS964, XY568

Other flights arriving at Barcelona BCN: IB2606, VY8591, VY8503

All flights connecting Cairo CAI to Barcelona BCN.