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Distance from Cairo to Madrid

3,351 km (2,082 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

3,351 km

Kilometers

2,082 miles

Miles

~4h 27m

Est. Flight

1h

Time Difference

Cairo

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

Madrid

Spain
Area: 604 km²
Population: 3.33M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: 650m

The distance between Cairo and Madrid is roughly equivalent to 8 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 Madrid is famous for Prado Museum and Royal Palace.

In terms of city area, Cairo is 5.1x larger than Madrid. 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 Madrid?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Cairo to Madrid is 3,351 km (2,082 miles).

How long is the flight from Cairo to Madrid?

A direct flight would take approximately 4h 27m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Cairo bigger than Madrid?

Cairo is larger at 3,085 km², compared to 604 km².

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