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Distance from Cairo to Paris

3,210 km (1,995 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

3,210 km

Kilometers

1,995 miles

Miles

~4h 17m

Est. Flight

1h

Time Difference

Cairo

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

Paris

France
Area: 105 km²
Population: 2.16M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: 35m

The distance between Cairo and Paris 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 Paris is famous for Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.

In terms of city area, Cairo is 29.4x larger than Paris. 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 Paris?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Cairo to Paris is 3,210 km (1,995 miles).

How long is the flight from Cairo to Paris?

A direct flight would take approximately 4h 17m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Cairo bigger than Paris?

Cairo is larger at 3,085 km², compared to 105 km².

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