BUO
Burao
Somalia
2,719 km
1,690 miles
CAI
Cairo
Egypt
Distance
2,719 km
1,690 mi / 1,468 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
329°
north northwest

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BUO CAI
Airport Name Burao Airport Cairo International Airport
IATA Code BUO CAI
ICAO Code HCMV HECA
City Burao Cairo
Country Somalia Egypt
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Africa/Cairo
Elevation 3,400 ft 382 ft
Coordinates 9.530000, 45.550000 30.120000, 31.410000

Burao (BUO) to Cairo (CAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Burao Airport (BUO) in Burao, Somalia to Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt is 2,719 kilometers (1,690 miles / 1,468 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:37 in Burao, it's 18:37 in Cairo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,018 feet between the two airports. Cairo International Airport sits lower than Burao Airport.

The return flight from Cairo (CAI) to Burao (BUO) follows a heading of 144° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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