The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field (LBF) in North Platte, United States is 10,688 kilometers (6,641 miles / 5,771 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Egypt with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:47 in Cairo, it's 18:47 in North Platte. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,395 feet between the two airports. North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from North Platte (LBF) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 40° (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 North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field (LBF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.