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Distance from Dortmund to Cairo

Straight line

3,087 km
1,918 mi · 1,667 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 4 h 21 min

Direction

SE 131°
initial bearing

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How far is Dortmund from Cairo?

Dortmund (Germany) and Cairo (Egypt) are very far apart: 3,087 km in a straight line, that is 1,918 miles or 1,667 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Dortmund, Cairo lies to the south-east (initial bearing 131°). The route crosses from Germany into Egypt. The halfway point is at 41.3877°, 21.3291°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 21 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 Dortmund from Cairo?

The straight-line distance between Dortmund and Cairo is 3,087 km (1,918 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Cairo from Dortmund?

Cairo is to the south-east of Dortmund, at an initial bearing of 131°.

How long is the flight from Dortmund to Cairo?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 21 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.