The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Garasa Airport (GRL) in Au, Papua New Guinea is 12,928 kilometers (8,033 miles / 6,980 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 84°.

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 Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:16 in Cairo, it's 17:16 in Au. With a 7-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 2,157 feet between the two airports. Garasa Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Au (GRL) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 300° (west northwest). 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 Garasa Airport (GRL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.