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Flight time from Cairo to Johannesburg

Estimated duration, distance and time difference for the CAI → JNB route.

How long is the flight from Cairo to Johannesburg?

The direct flight from Cairo to Johannesburg takes about 7h 52m, covering roughly 6,265 km. This is an average nonstop estimate; flights with a stop take longer depending on the layover.

Flight duration
7h 52m
Distance
6,265 km
Time difference
-1h
Cairo
CAI
UTC+3
7h 52m
Johannesburg
JNB
UTC+2

If you depart at…

Departure (Cairo)Arrival (Johannesburg)
6:00 AM12:52 PM
9:00 AM3:52 PM
12:00 PM6:52 PM
3:00 PM9:52 PM
6:00 PM12:52 AM (+1 day)
9:00 PM3:52 AM (+1 day)

Note

The estimated duration is a mathematical calculation for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed of 850 km/h and is outside our control. Actual flight time varies with the airline, the routing, weather and the jet stream. Check with the airline for the exact duration.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Cairo to Johannesburg?
The direct flight from Cairo to Johannesburg takes about 7h 52m over a distance of roughly 6,265 km. This is an estimate for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed; itineraries with a connection take longer depending on the layover.
What is the distance between Cairo and Johannesburg?
The approximate straight-line distance between Cairo and Johannesburg is about 6,265 km. This great-circle distance is what we use to estimate the nonstop flight duration.
What is the time difference between Cairo and Johannesburg?
Johannesburg is 1 hour behind Cairo. The offset is already reflected in the local arrival times in the table above.