CAI
Cairo
Egypt
5,274 km
3,277 miles
MLE
Malé
Maldives
Distance
5,274 km
3,277 mi / 2,847 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
115°
east southeast

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CAI MLE
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Velana International Airport
IATA Code CAI MLE
ICAO Code HECA VRMM
City Cairo Malé
Country Egypt Maldives
Timezone Africa/Cairo Indian/Maldives
Elevation 382 ft 8 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 4.190000, 73.530000

Cairo (CAI) to Malé (MLE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, Maldives is 5,274 kilometers (3,277 miles / 2,847 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

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 Maldives. 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 16:54 in Cairo, it's 19:54 in Malé. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Malé (MLE) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 308° (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 Velana International Airport (MLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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