CAI
Cairo
Egypt
6,802 km
4,226 miles
SBU
Springbok
South Africa
Distance
6,802 km
4,226 mi / 3,673 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
193°
south southwest

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CAI SBU
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Springbok Airport
IATA Code CAI SBU
ICAO Code HECA FASB
City Cairo Springbok
Country Egypt South Africa
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 382 ft 2,690 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 -29.690000, 17.940000

Cairo (CAI) to Springbok (SBU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Springbok Airport (SBU) in Springbok, South Africa is 6,802 kilometers (4,226 miles / 3,673 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southwest at a heading of 193°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:43 in Cairo, it's 16:43 in Springbok.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,308 feet between the two airports. Springbok Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Springbok (SBU) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 13° (north 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 Springbok Airport (SBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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