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Distance from Lagos to Cairo

3,913 km (2,431 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

3,913 km

Kilometers

2,431 miles

Miles

~5h 6m

Est. Flight

1h

Time Difference

Lagos

Nigeria
Area: 1,172 km²
Population: 15.39M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: 41m

Cairo

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

The distance between Lagos and Cairo is roughly equivalent to 10 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Lagos is known for Afrobeats music scene and Lekki Conservation Centre, while Cairo is famous for Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum.

In terms of city area, Cairo is 2.6x larger than Lagos. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Lagos from Cairo?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Lagos to Cairo is 3,913 km (2,431 miles).

How long is the flight from Lagos to Cairo?

A direct flight would take approximately 5h 6m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Lagos bigger than Cairo?

Cairo is larger at 3,085 km², compared to 1,172 km².

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