CAI
Cairo
Egypt
2,745 km
1,706 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
2,745 km
1,706 mi / 1,482 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
321°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CAI ZRH
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code CAI ZRH
ICAO Code HECA LSZH
City Cairo Zurich
Country Egypt Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Cairo Europe/Zurich
Elevation 382 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 47.460000, 8.550000

Cairo (CAI) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 2,745 kilometers (1,706 miles / 1,482 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 Switzerland. 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 11:43 in Cairo, it's 10:43 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,034 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 126° (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 Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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