CAI
Cairo
Egypt
3,906 km
2,427 miles
ISB
Islamabad
Pakistan
Distance
3,906 km
2,427 mi / 2,109 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
73°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CAI ISB
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Islamabad International Airport
IATA Code CAI ISB
ICAO Code HECA OPIS
City Cairo Islamabad
Country Egypt Pakistan
Timezone Africa/Cairo Asia/Karachi
Elevation 382 ft 1,761 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 33.550000, 72.830000

Cairo (CAI) to Islamabad (ISB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) in Islamabad, Pakistan is 3,906 kilometers (2,427 miles / 2,109 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

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 Pakistan. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:19 in Cairo, it's 04:19 in Islamabad. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,379 feet between the two airports. Islamabad International Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Islamabad (ISB) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 276° (west). 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 Islamabad International Airport (ISB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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