CAI
Cairo
Egypt
3,515 km
2,184 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
3,515 km
2,184 mi / 1,898 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
322°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CAI STN
Airport Name Cairo International Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code CAI STN
ICAO Code HECA EGSS
City Cairo London
Country Egypt United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Cairo Europe/London
Elevation 382 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 51.880000, 0.240000

Cairo (CAI) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 3,515 kilometers (2,184 miles / 1,898 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Egypt with United Kingdom. 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 07:58 in Cairo, it's 05:58 in London.

The return flight from London (STN) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 121° (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 London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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