CAI
Cairo
Egypt
5,193 km
3,227 miles
KAB
Kariba
Zimbabwe
Distance
5,193 km
3,227 mi / 2,804 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
183°
south

Airport Comparison

CAI KAB
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Kariba International Airport
IATA Code CAI KAB
ICAO Code HECA FVKB
City Cairo Kariba
Country Egypt Zimbabwe
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Harare
Elevation 382 ft 1,706 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 -16.520000, 28.890000

Cairo (CAI) to Kariba (KAB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Kariba International Airport (KAB) in Kariba, Zimbabwe is 5,193 kilometers (3,227 miles / 2,804 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 183°.

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 03:41 in Cairo, it's 03:41 in Kariba.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,324 feet between the two airports. Kariba International Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Kariba (KAB) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 3° (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 Kariba International Airport (KAB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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