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Distance from Cairo to Mexico City

Straight line

12,387 km
7,697 mi · 6,688 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 15 h 59 min

Direction

NW 310°
initial bearing

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How far is Cairo from Mexico City?

Cairo (Egypt) and Mexico City (Mexico) are very far apart: 12,387 km in a straight line, that is 7,697 miles or 6,688 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Cairo, Mexico City lies to the north-west (initial bearing 310°). The route crosses from Egypt into Mexico. The halfway point is at 47.5618°, -39.2401°.

A direct flight would take about 15 h 59 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 Cairo from Mexico City?

The straight-line distance between Cairo and Mexico City is 12,387 km (7,697 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Mexico City from Cairo?

Mexico City is to the north-west of Cairo, at an initial bearing of 310°.

How long is the flight from Cairo to Mexico City?

A direct flight would take about 15 h 59 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.