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Distance from Sharjah to Cairo

Straight line

2,435 km
1,513 mi · 1,315 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 33 min

Direction

WNW 288°
initial bearing

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How far is Sharjah from Cairo?

Sharjah (United Arab Emirates) and Cairo (Egypt) are quite far apart: 2,435 km in a straight line, that is 1,513 miles or 1,315 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sharjah, Cairo lies to the west (initial bearing 288°). The route crosses from United Arab Emirates into Egypt. The halfway point is at 28.2312°, 43.5965°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 33 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 Sharjah from Cairo?

The straight-line distance between Sharjah and Cairo is 2,435 km (1,513 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Cairo from Sharjah?

Cairo is to the west of Sharjah, at an initial bearing of 288°.

How long is the flight from Sharjah to Cairo?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 33 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.