CAI
Cairo
Egypt
4,891 km
3,039 miles
LMB
Salima
Malawi
Distance
4,891 km
3,039 mi / 2,641 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
176°
south

Airport Comparison

CAI LMB
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Salima Airport
IATA Code CAI LMB
ICAO Code HECA FWSM
City Cairo Salima
Country Egypt Malawi
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 382 ft 1,688 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 -13.760000, 34.580000

Cairo (CAI) to Salima (LMB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Salima Airport (LMB) in Salima, Malawi is 4,891 kilometers (3,039 miles / 2,641 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 176°.

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 Malawi. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:43 in Cairo, it's 18:43 in Salima.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,306 feet between the two airports. Salima Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Salima (LMB) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 356° (north). 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 Salima Airport (LMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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