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Distance from Berlin to Cairo

Straight line

2,890 km
1,796 mi · 1,560 NM

By road

3,882 km
2,412 mi

Travel time

41 h 30 min
flight ≈ 4 h 7 min

Direction

SE 143°
initial bearing

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How far is Berlin from Cairo?

Berlin (Germany) and Cairo (Egypt) are very far apart: 2,890 km in a straight line, that is 1,796 miles or 1,560 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Berlin to Cairo is 3,882 km (2,412 miles), about 41 h 30 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 34% longer than the straight line.

From Berlin, Cairo lies to the south-east (initial bearing 143°). The route crosses from Germany into Egypt. The halfway point is at 41.6287°, 23.8980°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 7 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Berlin from Cairo?

By road it is 3,882 km (2,412 miles) from Berlin to Cairo; in a straight line it is 2,890 km (1,796 miles).

How long is the drive from Berlin to Cairo?

About 41 h 30 min on the fastest route (3,882 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Cairo from Berlin?

Cairo is to the south-east of Berlin, at an initial bearing of 143°.

How long is the flight from Berlin to Cairo?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 7 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.