Airport Comparison
| BWG | CAI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport | Cairo International Airport |
| IATA Code | BWG | CAI |
| ICAO Code | KBWG | HECA |
| City | Bowling Green | Cairo |
| Country | United States | Egypt |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Africa/Cairo |
| Elevation | 547 ft | 382 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.960000, -86.420000 | 30.120000, 31.410000 |
Bowling Green (BWG) to Cairo (CAI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport (BWG) in Bowling Green, United States to Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt is 10,141 kilometers (6,301 miles / 5,476 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with Egypt. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:11 in Bowling Green, it's 05:11 in Cairo. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Cairo (CAI) to Bowling Green (BWG) follows a heading of 315° (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 Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport (BWG) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.