Distance from Cairo to London
3,511 km (2,182 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
3,511 km
Kilometers
2,182 miles
Miles
~4h 38m
Est. Flight
2h
Time Difference
Cairo
EgyptLondon
UKThe distance between Cairo and London is roughly equivalent to 9 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 London is famous for Big Ben and Tower of London.
In terms of city area, Cairo is 2.0x larger than London. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
Compare Cairo and London side by side
Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Cairo from London?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Cairo to London is 3,511 km (2,182 miles).
How long is the flight from Cairo to London?
A direct flight would take approximately 4h 38m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Cairo bigger than London?
Cairo is larger at 3,085 km², compared to 1,572 km².