The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Combolcha Airport (DSE) in Dessie, Ethiopia is 2,284 kilometers (1,419 miles / 1,234 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

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 Ethiopia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:31 in Cairo, it's 17:31 in Dessie.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,735 feet between the two airports. Combolcha Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Dessie (DSE) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Combolcha Airport (DSE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.