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Distance from Cairo to Seoul

8,486 km (5,273 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

8,486 km

Kilometers

5,273 miles

Miles

~10h 29m

Est. Flight

7h

Time Difference

Cairo

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

Seoul

South Korea
Area: 605 km²
Population: 9.77M
Timezone: UTC+9
Elevation: 38m

Cairo and Seoul sit on different continents, with a straight-line distance that would take roughly 10h 29m by commercial jet.

Cairo is known for Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum, while Seoul is famous for Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gangnam district.

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

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Cairo to Seoul is 8,486 km (5,273 miles).

How long is the flight from Cairo to Seoul?

A direct flight would take approximately 10h 29m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Cairo bigger than Seoul?

Cairo is larger at 3,085 km², compared to 605 km².

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