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Distance from Cairo to Tokyo

9,562 km (5,942 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

9,562 km

Kilometers

5,942 miles

Miles

~11h 45m

Est. Flight

7h

Time Difference

Cairo

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

Tokyo

Japan
Area: 2,194 km²
Population: 13.96M
Timezone: UTC+9
Elevation: 40m

Cairo and Tokyo sit on different continents, with a straight-line distance that would take roughly 11h 45m by commercial jet.

Cairo is known for Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum, while Tokyo is famous for Shibuya Crossing and Tokyo Tower.

In terms of city area, Cairo is 1.4x larger than Tokyo. 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 Tokyo?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Cairo to Tokyo is 9,562 km (5,942 miles).

How long is the flight from Cairo to Tokyo?

A direct flight would take approximately 11h 45m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Cairo bigger than Tokyo?

Cairo is larger at 3,085 km², compared to 2,194 km².

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