CAI
Cairo
Egypt
3,793 km
2,357 miles
CJL
Chitral
Pakistan
Distance
3,793 km
2,357 mi / 2,048 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
69°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CAI CJL
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Chitral Airport
IATA Code CAI CJL
ICAO Code HECA OPCH
City Cairo Chitral
Country Egypt Pakistan
Timezone Africa/Cairo Asia/Karachi
Elevation 382 ft 4,920 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 35.890000, 71.800000

Cairo (CAI) to Chitral (CJL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Chitral Airport (CJL) in Chitral, Pakistan is 3,793 kilometers (2,357 miles / 2,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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 Pakistan. 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 10:37 in Cairo, it's 13:37 in Chitral. 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 4,538 feet between the two airports. Chitral Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Chitral (CJL) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 272° (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 Chitral Airport (CJL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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