CAI
Cairo
Egypt
2,125 km
1,320 miles
IAM
Amenas
Algeria
Distance
2,125 km
1,320 mi / 1,147 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
269°
west

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CAI IAM
Airport Name Cairo International Airport In Amenas Airport
IATA Code CAI IAM
ICAO Code HECA DAUZ
City Cairo Amenas
Country Egypt Algeria
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Algiers
Elevation 382 ft 1,847 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 28.050000, 9.640000

Cairo (CAI) to Amenas (IAM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to In Amenas Airport (IAM) in Amenas, Algeria is 2,125 kilometers (1,320 miles / 1,147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 269°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Egypt with Algeria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:57 in Cairo, it's 10:57 in Amenas.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,465 feet between the two airports. In Amenas Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Amenas (IAM) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 79° (east 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 In Amenas Airport (IAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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