Airport Comparison
Cairo (CAI) to Electric City (GCD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) in Electric City, United States is 10,851 kilometers (6,743 miles / 5,859 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.
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 03:45 in Cairo, it's 17:45 in Electric City. With a 10-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 1,211 feet between the two airports. Grand Coulee Dam Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.
The return flight from Electric City (GCD) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 25° (north 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 Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.