The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Ganzhou (YZY) in Zhangye, China is 6,272 kilometers (3,897 miles / 3,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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 13:50 in Cairo, it's 19:50 in Zhangye. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,898 feet between the two airports. Ganzhou sits higher than Cairo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zhangye (YZY) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 284° (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 Ganzhou (YZY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.