Airport Comparison
| CAI | MDQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cairo International Airport | Astor Piazzola International Airport |
| IATA Code | CAI | MDQ |
| ICAO Code | HECA | SAZM |
| City | Cairo | Mar del Plata |
| Country | Egypt | Argentina |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires |
| Elevation | 382 ft | 72 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.120000, 31.410000 | -37.930000, -57.570000 |
Cairo (CAI) to Mar del Plata (MDQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Astor Piazzola International Airport (MDQ) in Mar del Plata, Argentina is 11,924 kilometers (7,409 miles / 6,439 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:01 in Cairo, it's 20:01 in Mar del Plata. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Mar del Plata (MDQ) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 65° (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 Astor Piazzola International Airport (MDQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.