AMM
Amman
Jordan
472 km
293 miles
CAI
Cairo
Egypt
Distance
472 km
293 mi / 255 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Amman
Heading
249°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

AMM CAI
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport Cairo International Airport
IATA Code AMM CAI
ICAO Code OJAI HECA
City Amman Cairo
Country Jordan Egypt
Timezone Asia/Amman Africa/Cairo
Elevation 2,395 ft 382 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 30.120000, 31.410000

Amman (AMM) to Cairo (CAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt is 472 kilometers (293 miles / 255 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting Jordan with Egypt. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:59 in Amman, it's 07:59 in Cairo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,013 feet between the two airports. Cairo International Airport sits lower than Queen Alia International Airport.

The return flight from Cairo (CAI) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 67° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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