CAI
Cairo
Egypt
5,829 km
3,622 miles
RAI
Praia
Cape Verde
Distance
5,829 km
3,622 mi / 3,148 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
266°
west

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CAI RAI
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Praia International Airport
IATA Code CAI RAI
ICAO Code HECA GVNP
City Cairo Praia
Country Egypt Cape Verde
Timezone Africa/Cairo Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Elevation 382 ft 230 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 14.920000, -23.490000

Cairo (CAI) to Praia (RAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Praia International Airport (RAI) in Praia, Cape Verde is 5,829 kilometers (3,622 miles / 3,148 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west at a heading of 266°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:28 in Cairo, it's 09:28 in Praia. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Praia (RAI) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 63° (east 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 Praia International Airport (RAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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