CAI
Cairo
Egypt
4,842 km
3,009 miles
VXC
Lichinga
Mozambique
Distance
4,842 km
3,009 mi / 2,615 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
175°
south

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CAI VXC
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Lichinga Airport
IATA Code CAI VXC
ICAO Code HECA FQLC
City Cairo Lichinga
Country Egypt Mozambique
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Maputo
Elevation 382 ft 4,505 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 -13.270000, 35.270000

Cairo (CAI) to Lichinga (VXC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Lichinga Airport (VXC) in Lichinga, Mozambique is 4,842 kilometers (3,009 miles / 2,615 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 175°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:01 in Cairo, it's 02:01 in Lichinga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,123 feet between the two airports. Lichinga Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Lichinga (VXC) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 355° (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 Lichinga Airport (VXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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