CAI
Cairo
Egypt
4,139 km
2,572 miles
GWY
Galway
Ireland
Distance
4,139 km
2,572 mi / 2,235 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
320°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CAI GWY
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Galway Airport
IATA Code CAI GWY
ICAO Code HECA EICM
City Cairo Galway
Country Egypt Ireland
Timezone Africa/Cairo Europe/Dublin
Elevation 382 ft 81 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 53.300000, -8.940000

Cairo (CAI) to Galway (GWY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Galway Airport (GWY) in Galway, Ireland is 4,139 kilometers (2,572 miles / 2,235 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Ireland. 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 16:07 in Cairo, it's 14:07 in Galway.

The return flight from Galway (GWY) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 112° (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 Galway Airport (GWY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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