CAI
Cairo
Egypt
3,038 km
1,888 miles
ULU
Gulu
Uganda
Distance
3,038 km
1,888 mi / 1,640 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
178°
south

Airport Comparison

CAI ULU
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Gulu Airport
IATA Code CAI ULU
ICAO Code HECA HUGU
City Cairo Gulu
Country Egypt Uganda
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Kampala
Elevation 382 ft 3,510 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 2.810000, 32.270000

Cairo (CAI) to Gulu (ULU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Gulu Airport (ULU) in Gulu, Uganda is 3,038 kilometers (1,888 miles / 1,640 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 178°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:50 in Cairo, it's 07:50 in Gulu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,128 feet between the two airports. Gulu Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Gulu (ULU) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 358° (north). 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 Gulu Airport (ULU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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