CAI
Cairo
Egypt
2,041 km
1,268 miles
SYZ
Shiraz
Iran
Distance
2,041 km
1,268 mi / 1,102 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1.5h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
86°
east

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CAI SYZ
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport
IATA Code CAI SYZ
ICAO Code HECA OISS
City Cairo Shiraz
Country Egypt Iran
Timezone Africa/Cairo Asia/Tehran
Elevation 382 ft 4,920 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 29.540000, 52.590000

Cairo (CAI) to Shiraz (SYZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport (SYZ) in Shiraz, Iran is 2,041 kilometers (1,268 miles / 1,102 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 11:50 in Cairo, it's 13:20 in Shiraz.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,538 feet between the two airports. Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Shiraz (SYZ) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 277° (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 Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport (SYZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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