CAI
Cairo
Egypt
2,415 km
1,500 miles
DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Distance
2,415 km
1,500 mi / 1,304 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
97°
east

Airport Comparison

CAI DXB
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Dubai International Airport
IATA Code CAI DXB
ICAO Code HECA OMDB
City Cairo Dubai
Country Egypt United Arab Emirates
Timezone Africa/Cairo Asia/Dubai
Elevation 382 ft 34 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 25.250000, 55.360000

Cairo (CAI) to Dubai (DXB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is 2,415 kilometers (1,500 miles / 1,304 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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 United Arab Emirates. 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 07:59 in Cairo, it's 09:59 in Dubai.

The return flight from Dubai (DXB) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 288° (west 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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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