CAI
Cairo
Egypt
4,082 km
2,536 miles
LHE
Lahore
Pakistan
Distance
4,082 km
2,536 mi / 2,204 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
77°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CAI LHE
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Alama Iqbal International Airport
IATA Code CAI LHE
ICAO Code HECA OPLA
City Cairo Lahore
Country Egypt Pakistan
Timezone Africa/Cairo Asia/Karachi
Elevation 382 ft 712 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 31.520000, 74.400000

Cairo (CAI) to Lahore (LHE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Alama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) in Lahore, Pakistan is 4,082 kilometers (2,536 miles / 2,204 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 18:44 in Cairo, it's 21:44 in Lahore. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Lahore (LHE) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 279° (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 Alama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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