BIY
Bisho
South Africa
7,021 km
4,363 miles
CAI
Cairo
Egypt
Distance
7,021 km
4,363 mi / 3,791 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
north

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BIY CAI
Airport Name Bisho Airport Cairo International Airport
IATA Code BIY CAI
ICAO Code FABE HECA
City Bisho Cairo
Country South Africa Egypt
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Cairo
Elevation 1,950 ft 382 ft
Coordinates -32.900000, 27.280000 30.120000, 31.410000

Bisho (BIY) to Cairo (CAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bisho Airport (BIY) in Bisho, South Africa to Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt is 7,021 kilometers (4,363 miles / 3,791 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 4°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Egypt. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:09 in Bisho, it's 14:09 in Cairo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,568 feet between the two airports. Cairo International Airport sits lower than Bisho Airport.

The return flight from Cairo (CAI) to Bisho (BIY) follows a heading of 184° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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