BQH
London
United Kingdom
3,496 km
2,172 miles
CAI
Cairo
Egypt
Distance
3,496 km
2,172 mi / 1,888 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
120°
east southeast

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BQH CAI
Airport Name London Biggin Hill Airport Cairo International Airport
IATA Code BQH CAI
ICAO Code EGKB HECA
City London Cairo
Country United Kingdom Egypt
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Cairo
Elevation 598 ft 382 ft
Coordinates 51.330000, 0.030000 30.120000, 31.410000

London (BQH) to Cairo (CAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Biggin Hill Airport (BQH) in London, United Kingdom to Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt is 3,496 kilometers (2,172 miles / 1,888 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:49 in London, it's 20:49 in Cairo.

The return flight from Cairo (CAI) to London (BQH) follows a heading of 321° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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