CAI
Cairo
Egypt
2,871 km
1,784 miles
PLF
Pala
Chad
Distance
2,871 km
1,784 mi / 1,550 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
220°
southwest

Airport Comparison

CAI PLF
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Pala Airport
IATA Code CAI PLF
ICAO Code HECA FTTP
City Cairo Pala
Country Egypt Chad
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Ndjamena
Elevation 382 ft 1,532 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 9.380000, 14.930000

Cairo (CAI) to Pala (PLF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Pala Airport (PLF) in Pala, Chad is 2,871 kilometers (1,784 miles / 1,550 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 220°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:35 in Cairo, it's 19:35 in Pala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,150 feet between the two airports. Pala Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Pala (PLF) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 34° (northeast). 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 Pala Airport (PLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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