CAI
Cairo
Egypt
4,005 km
2,489 miles
GLA
Glasgow
United Kingdom
Distance
4,005 km
2,489 mi / 2,163 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
326°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CAI GLA
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Glasgow International Airport
IATA Code CAI GLA
ICAO Code HECA EGPF
City Cairo Glasgow
Country Egypt United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Cairo Europe/London
Elevation 382 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 55.870000, -4.430000

Cairo (CAI) to Glasgow (GLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in Glasgow, United Kingdom is 4,005 kilometers (2,489 miles / 2,163 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:22 in Cairo, it's 09:22 in Glasgow.

The return flight from Glasgow (GLA) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 121° (east southeast). 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 Glasgow International Airport (GLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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