CAI
Cairo
Egypt
4,021 km
2,498 miles
GIL
Gilgit
Pakistan
Distance
4,021 km
2,498 mi / 2,171 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
69°
east northeast

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CAI GIL
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Gilgit Airport
IATA Code CAI GIL
ICAO Code HECA OPGT
City Cairo Gilgit
Country Egypt Pakistan
Timezone Africa/Cairo Asia/Karachi
Elevation 382 ft 4,796 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 35.920000, 74.330000

Cairo (CAI) to Gilgit (GIL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Gilgit Airport (GIL) in Gilgit, Pakistan is 4,021 kilometers (2,498 miles / 2,171 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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 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 16:45 in Cairo, it's 19:45 in Gilgit. 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 4,414 feet between the two airports. Gilgit Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Gilgit (GIL) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 273° (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 Gilgit Airport (GIL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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