CAI
Cairo
Egypt
7,628 km
4,740 miles
MES
Medan
Indonesia
Distance
7,628 km
4,740 mi / 4,119 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
99°
east

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CAI MES
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Soewondo Air Force Base
IATA Code CAI MES
ICAO Code HECA WIMK
City Cairo Medan
Country Egypt Indonesia
Timezone Africa/Cairo Asia/Jakarta
Elevation 382 ft 114 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 3.560000, 98.670000

Cairo (CAI) to Medan (MES) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) in Medan, Indonesia is 7,628 kilometers (4,740 miles / 4,119 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

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 Indonesia. 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 17:00 in Cairo, it's 22:00 in Medan. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Medan (MES) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 301° (west northwest). 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 Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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