CAI
Cairo
Egypt
4,113 km
2,556 miles
SNN
Shannon
Ireland
Distance
4,113 km
2,556 mi / 2,221 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
319°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CAI SNN
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Shannon Airport
IATA Code CAI SNN
ICAO Code HECA EINN
City Cairo Shannon
Country Egypt Ireland
Timezone Africa/Cairo Europe/Dublin
Elevation 382 ft 46 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 52.700000, -8.920000

Cairo (CAI) to Shannon (SNN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Shannon Airport (SNN) in Shannon, Ireland is 4,113 kilometers (2,556 miles / 2,221 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 Ireland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:32 in Cairo, it's 18:32 in Shannon.

The return flight from Shannon (SNN) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 111° (east southeast). 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 Shannon Airport (SNN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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