AQJ
Aqaba
Jordan
353 km
219 miles
CAI
Cairo
Egypt
Distance
353 km
219 mi / 190 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Amman
Heading
280°
west

Airport Comparison

AQJ CAI
Airport Name Aqaba King Hussein International Airport Cairo International Airport
IATA Code AQJ CAI
ICAO Code OJAQ HECA
City Aqaba Cairo
Country Jordan Egypt
Timezone Asia/Amman Africa/Cairo
Elevation 175 ft 382 ft
Coordinates 29.610000, 35.020000 30.120000, 31.410000

Aqaba (AQJ) to Cairo (CAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) in Aqaba, Jordan to Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt is 353 kilometers (219 miles / 190 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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 12:33 in Aqaba, it's 11:33 in Cairo.

The return flight from Cairo (CAI) to Aqaba (AQJ) follows a heading of 98° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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