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Distance from Bologna to Cairo

Straight line

2,372 km
1,474 mi · 1,281 NM

By road

3,548 km
2,205 mi

Travel time

38 h
flight ≈ 3 h 28 min

Direction

SE 126°
initial bearing

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How far is Bologna from Cairo?

Bologna (Italy) and Cairo (Egypt) are quite far apart: 2,372 km in a straight line, that is 1,474 miles or 1,281 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Bologna to Cairo is 3,548 km (2,205 miles), about 38 h by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 50% longer than the straight line.

From Bologna, Cairo lies to the south-east (initial bearing 126°). The route crosses from Italy into Egypt. The halfway point is at 37.6940°, 22.2633°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 28 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 Bologna from Cairo?

By road it is 3,548 km (2,205 miles) from Bologna to Cairo; in a straight line it is 2,372 km (1,474 miles).

How long is the drive from Bologna to Cairo?

About 38 h on the fastest route (3,548 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Cairo from Bologna?

Cairo is to the south-east of Bologna, at an initial bearing of 126°.

How long is the flight from Bologna to Cairo?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 28 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.