CAI
Cairo
Egypt
2,703 km
1,680 miles
MHD
Mashhad
Iran
Distance
2,703 km
1,680 mi / 1,460 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1.5h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
68°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CAI MHD
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Mashhad International Airport
IATA Code CAI MHD
ICAO Code HECA OIMM
City Cairo Mashhad
Country Egypt Iran
Timezone Africa/Cairo Asia/Tehran
Elevation 382 ft 3,263 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 36.240000, 59.640000

Cairo (CAI) to Mashhad (MHD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Mashhad International Airport (MHD) in Mashhad, Iran is 2,703 kilometers (1,680 miles / 1,460 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

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 Iran. 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 22:47 in Cairo, it's 00:17 in Mashhad.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,881 feet between the two airports. Mashhad International Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Mashhad (MHD) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 264° (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 Mashhad International Airport (MHD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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