The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Sanming Shaxian Airport (SQJ) in Sanming, China is 8,255 kilometers (5,130 miles / 4,457 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

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 China. 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 17:36 in Cairo, it's 23:36 in Sanming. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Sanming (SQJ) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 296° (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 Sanming Shaxian Airport (SQJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.