CAI
Cairo
Egypt
2,825 km
1,755 miles
GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
Distance
2,825 km
1,755 mi / 1,525 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
316°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CAI GVA
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Geneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA Code CAI GVA
ICAO Code HECA LSGG
City Cairo Geneva
Country Egypt Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Cairo Europe/Zurich
Elevation 382 ft 1,411 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 46.240000, 6.110000

Cairo (CAI) to Geneva (GVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland is 2,825 kilometers (1,755 miles / 1,525 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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 Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:23 in Cairo, it's 09:23 in Geneva.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,029 feet between the two airports. Geneva Cointrin International Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Geneva (GVA) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 120° (east southeast). 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 Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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