CAI
Cairo
Egypt
5,343 km
3,320 miles
HRE
Harare
Zimbabwe
Distance
5,343 km
3,320 mi / 2,885 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
180°
south

Airport Comparison

CAI HRE
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Harare International Airport
IATA Code CAI HRE
ICAO Code HECA FVHA
City Cairo Harare
Country Egypt Zimbabwe
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Harare
Elevation 382 ft 4,887 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 -17.930000, 31.090000

Cairo (CAI) to Harare (HRE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Harare International Airport (HRE) in Harare, Zimbabwe is 5,343 kilometers (3,320 miles / 2,885 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 180°.

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 Zimbabwe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:07 in Cairo, it's 07:07 in Harare.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,505 feet between the two airports. Harare International Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Harare (HRE) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 0° (north). 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 Harare International Airport (HRE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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