How long is the flight from Houston to Cairo?

The flight from Houston (IAH) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 11h 44m nonstop on a widebody airliner, based on the 6,087 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from Houston to Cairo?

It is 7,005 miles (11,274 km, or 6,087 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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IAH → CAI · George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Cairo International Airport

The flight from Houston (IAH) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 11h 44m nonstop on a widebody airliner, covering 7,005 miles (11,274 km).

7,005

miles

11,274

kilometers

+8h

time change

eastbound

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Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

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Beyond range

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

11h 44m

When will you arrive?

Cairo is 8 hours ahead of Houston. You cross 8 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 Houston to Cairo?: About 11h 44m nonstop on a widebody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 7,005 miles, or 11,274 km (6,087 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: Cairo is 8 hours ahead of Houston.

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