The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Laguna de Los Patos International Airport (CYR) in Colonia, Uruguay is 11,774 kilometers (7,316 miles / 6,357 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Egypt with Uruguay. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:32 in Cairo, it's 18:32 in Colonia. 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.

The return flight from Colonia (CYR) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 64° (east northeast). 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 Laguna de Los Patos International Airport (CYR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.