BGU
Bangassou
Central African Republic
2,959 km
1,838 miles
CAI
Cairo
Egypt
Distance
2,959 km
1,838 mi / 1,597 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Bangui
Heading
17°
north northeast

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BGU CAI
Airport Name Bangassou Airport Cairo International Airport
IATA Code BGU CAI
ICAO Code FEFG HECA
City Bangassou Cairo
Country Central African Republic Egypt
Timezone Africa/Bangui Africa/Cairo
Elevation 1,706 ft 382 ft
Coordinates 4.790000, 22.780000 30.120000, 31.410000

Bangassou (BGU) to Cairo (CAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bangassou Airport (BGU) in Bangassou, Central African Republic to Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt is 2,959 kilometers (1,838 miles / 1,597 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 Central African Republic with Egypt. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:34 in Bangassou, it's 09:34 in Cairo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,324 feet between the two airports. Cairo International Airport sits lower than Bangassou Airport.

The return flight from Cairo (CAI) to Bangassou (BGU) follows a heading of 200° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bangassou Airport (BGU) and Cairo International Airport (CAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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