CAI
Cairo
Egypt
2,387 km
1,483 miles
IRO
Birao
Central African Republic
Distance
2,387 km
1,483 mi / 1,289 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
204°
south southwest

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CAI IRO
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Birao Airport
IATA Code CAI IRO
ICAO Code HECA FEFI
City Cairo Birao
Country Egypt Central African Republic
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Bangui
Elevation 382 ft 1,696 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 10.240000, 22.720000

Cairo (CAI) to Birao (IRO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Birao Airport (IRO) in Birao, Central African Republic is 2,387 kilometers (1,483 miles / 1,289 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.

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 Central African Republic. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:05 in Cairo, it's 14:05 in Birao.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,314 feet between the two airports. Birao Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Birao (IRO) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 21° (north northeast). 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 Birao Airport (IRO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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