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Distance from Cairo to Jakarta

8,986 km (5,583 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

8,986 km

Kilometers

5,583 miles

Miles

~11h 4m

Est. Flight

5h

Time Difference

Cairo

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

Jakarta

Indonesia
Area: 662 km²
Population: 10.56M
Timezone: UTC+7
Elevation: 8m

Cairo and Jakarta sit on different continents, with a straight-line distance that would take roughly 11h 4m by commercial jet.

Cairo is known for Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum, while Jakarta is famous for National Monument (Monas) and Old Town (Kota Tua).

In terms of city area, Cairo is 4.7x larger than Jakarta. 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 Jakarta?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Cairo to Jakarta is 8,986 km (5,583 miles).

How long is the flight from Cairo to Jakarta?

A direct flight would take approximately 11h 4m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Cairo bigger than Jakarta?

Cairo is larger at 3,085 km², compared to 662 km².

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