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Distance from Cairo to Delhi

4,417 km (2,744 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

4,417 km

Kilometers

2,744 miles

Miles

~5h 42m

Est. Flight

3.5h

Time Difference

Cairo

Egypt
Area: 3,085 km²
Population: 10.1M
Timezone: UTC+2
Elevation: 75m

Delhi

India
Area: 1,484 km²
Population: 16.79M
Timezone: UTC+5.5
Elevation: 216m

The distance between Cairo and Delhi is roughly equivalent to 11 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Cairo is known for Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum, while Delhi is famous for Red Fort and Qutub Minar.

In terms of city area, Cairo is 2.1x larger than Delhi. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Cairo from Delhi?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Cairo to Delhi is 4,417 km (2,744 miles).

How long is the flight from Cairo to Delhi?

A direct flight would take approximately 5h 42m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Cairo bigger than Delhi?

Cairo is larger at 3,085 km², compared to 1,484 km².

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