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Distance from Cairo to Dubai

2,423 km (1,506 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

2,423 km

Kilometers

1,506 miles

Miles

~3h 21m

Est. Flight

2h

Time Difference

Cairo

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

Dubai

UAE
Area: 4,114 km²
Population: 3.33M
Timezone: UTC+4
Elevation: 5m

The distance between Cairo and Dubai is roughly equivalent to 6 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 Dubai is famous for Burj Khalifa and Palm Jumeirah.

In terms of city area, Dubai is 1.3x larger than Cairo. 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 Dubai?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Cairo to Dubai is 2,423 km (1,506 miles).

How long is the flight from Cairo to Dubai?

A direct flight would take approximately 3h 21m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Cairo bigger than Dubai?

Dubai is larger at 4,114 km², compared to 3,085 km².

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