Airport Comparison
Cairo (CAI) to Fort Sumner (FSU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Fort Sumner Municipal Airport (FSU) in Fort Sumner, United States is 11,457 kilometers (7,119 miles / 6,186 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.
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 05:36 in Cairo, it's 20:36 in Fort Sumner. With a 9-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 3,783 feet between the two airports. Fort Sumner Municipal Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Sumner (FSU) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 38° (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 Fort Sumner Municipal Airport (FSU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.