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Distance from Lübeck to Cairo

Straight line

3,121 km
1,939 mi · 1,685 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 4 h 24 min

Direction

SE 140°
initial bearing

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How far is Lübeck from Cairo?

Lübeck (Germany) and Cairo (Egypt) are very far apart: 3,121 km in a straight line, that is 1,939 miles or 1,685 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lübeck, Cairo lies to the south-east (initial bearing 140°). The route crosses from Germany into Egypt. The halfway point is at 42.4104°, 22.9379°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 24 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 Lübeck from Cairo?

The straight-line distance between Lübeck and Cairo is 3,121 km (1,939 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Cairo from Lübeck?

Cairo is to the south-east of Lübeck, at an initial bearing of 140°.

How long is the flight from Lübeck to Cairo?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 24 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.