How long is the flight from Newark to Cairo?

The flight from Newark (EWR) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 9h 28m nonstop on a widebody airliner, based on the 4,882 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from Newark to Cairo?

It is 5,618 miles (9,042 km, or 4,882 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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EWR → CAI · Newark Liberty International Airport to Cairo International Airport

The flight from Newark (EWR) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 9h 28m nonstop on a widebody airliner, covering 5,618 miles (9,042 km).

5,618

miles

9,042

kilometers

+7h

time change

eastbound

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Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

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NarrowbodyBoeing 737, Airbus A320

Beyond range

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

9h 28m

When will you arrive?

Cairo is 7 hours ahead of Newark. You cross 7 time zones heading east. Eastbound trips like this one tend to be harder to adjust to, so plan for a day or two of jet lag.

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How long is the flight from Newark to Cairo?: About 9h 28m nonstop on a widebody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 5,618 miles, or 9,042 km (4,882 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: Cairo is 7 hours ahead of Newark.

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