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Distance from Rotterdam to Cairo

Straight line

3,275 km
2,035 mi · 1,768 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 4 h 36 min

Direction

SE 128°
initial bearing

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How far is Rotterdam from Cairo?

Rotterdam (Netherlands) and Cairo (Egypt) are very far apart: 3,275 km in a straight line, that is 2,035 miles or 1,768 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Rotterdam, Cairo lies to the south-east (initial bearing 128°). The route crosses from Netherlands into Egypt. The halfway point is at 41.7526°, 20.1514°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 36 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 Rotterdam from Cairo?

The straight-line distance between Rotterdam and Cairo is 3,275 km (2,035 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Cairo from Rotterdam?

Cairo is to the south-east of Rotterdam, at an initial bearing of 128°.

How long is the flight from Rotterdam to Cairo?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 36 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.