CAI
Cairo
Egypt
4,882 km
3,034 miles
RUK
Rukumkot
Nepal
Distance
4,882 km
3,034 mi / 2,636 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.75h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
79°
east northeast

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CAI RUK
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Rukumkot Airport
IATA Code CAI RUK
ICAO Code HECA VNRK
City Cairo Rukumkot
Country Egypt Nepal
Timezone Africa/Cairo Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 382 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 28.630000, 82.190000

Cairo (CAI) to Rukumkot (RUK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Rukumkot Airport (RUK) in Rukumkot, Nepal is 4,882 kilometers (3,034 miles / 2,636 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 79°.

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 Nepal. 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 21:54 in Cairo, it's 01:39 in Rukumkot. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,118 feet between the two airports. Rukumkot Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Rukumkot (RUK) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 285° (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 Rukumkot Airport (RUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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