CAI
Cairo
Egypt
3,002 km
1,866 miles
MZW
Mecheria
Algeria
Distance
3,002 km
1,866 mi / 1,621 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
286°
west northwest

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CAI MZW
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Mecheria Airport
IATA Code CAI MZW
ICAO Code HECA DAAY
City Cairo Mecheria
Country Egypt Algeria
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Algiers
Elevation 382 ft 3,855 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 33.540000, -0.240000

Cairo (CAI) to Mecheria (MZW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Mecheria Airport (MZW) in Mecheria, Algeria is 3,002 kilometers (1,866 miles / 1,621 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Egypt with Algeria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:40 in Cairo, it's 18:40 in Mecheria.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,473 feet between the two airports. Mecheria Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Mecheria (MZW) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 89° (east). 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 Mecheria Airport (MZW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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