CAI
Cairo
Egypt
5,589 km
3,473 miles
GAN
Gan
Maldives
Distance
5,589 km
3,473 mi / 3,018 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
120°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

CAI GAN
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Gan International Airport
IATA Code CAI GAN
ICAO Code HECA VRMG
City Cairo Gan
Country Egypt Maldives
Timezone Africa/Cairo Indian/Maldives
Elevation 382 ft 7 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 -0.690000, 73.160000

Cairo (CAI) to Gan (GAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Gan International Airport (GAN) in Gan, Maldives is 5,589 kilometers (3,473 miles / 3,018 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Egypt with Maldives. 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 18:24 in Cairo, it's 21:24 in Gan. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Gan (GAN) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 311° (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 Gan International Airport (GAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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