BJL
Banjul
Gambia
5,258 km
3,267 miles
CAI
Cairo
Egypt
Distance
5,258 km
3,267 mi / 2,839 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Banjul
Heading
61°
east northeast

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BJL CAI
Airport Name Banjul International Airport Cairo International Airport
IATA Code BJL CAI
ICAO Code GBYD HECA
City Banjul Cairo
Country Gambia Egypt
Timezone Africa/Banjul Africa/Cairo
Elevation 95 ft 382 ft
Coordinates 13.340000, -16.650000 30.120000, 31.410000

Banjul (BJL) to Cairo (CAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banjul International Airport (BJL) in Banjul, Gambia to Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt is 5,258 kilometers (3,267 miles / 2,839 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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 Gambia with Egypt. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:29 in Banjul, it's 19:29 in Cairo.

The return flight from Cairo (CAI) to Banjul (BJL) follows a heading of 260° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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