CAI
Cairo
Egypt
2,049 km
1,273 miles
GAE
Gabes
Tunisia
Distance
2,049 km
1,273 mi / 1,106 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
287°
west northwest

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CAI GAE
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Gabes Matmata International Airport
IATA Code CAI GAE
ICAO Code HECA DTTG
City Cairo Gabes
Country Egypt Tunisia
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Tunis
Elevation 382 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 33.880000, 10.100000

Cairo (CAI) to Gabes (GAE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Gabes Matmata International Airport (GAE) in Gabes, Tunisia is 2,049 kilometers (1,273 miles / 1,106 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:28 in Cairo, it's 21:28 in Gabes.

The return flight from Gabes (GAE) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 96° (east). 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 Gabes Matmata International Airport (GAE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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