CAI
Cairo
Egypt
3,639 km
2,261 miles
CIT
Shymkent
Kazakhstan
Distance
3,639 km
2,261 mi / 1,965 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
57°
east northeast

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CAI CIT
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Shymkent Airport
IATA Code CAI CIT
ICAO Code HECA UAII
City Cairo Shymkent
Country Egypt Kazakhstan
Timezone Africa/Cairo Asia/Almaty
Elevation 382 ft 1,387 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 42.360000, 69.480000

Cairo (CAI) to Shymkent (CIT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Shymkent Airport (CIT) in Shymkent, Kazakhstan is 3,639 kilometers (2,261 miles / 1,965 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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 Egypt with Kazakhstan. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:29 in Cairo, it's 20:29 in Shymkent. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,005 feet between the two airports. Shymkent Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Shymkent (CIT) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 261° (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 Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Shymkent Airport (CIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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