The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Dyess Afb Airport (DYS) in Abilene, United States is 11,372 kilometers (7,066 miles / 6,141 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:35 in Cairo, it's 11:35 in Abilene. With a 8-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 1,408 feet between the two airports. Dyess Afb Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Abilene (DYS) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 42° (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 Dyess Afb Airport (DYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.