Cairo (CAI) to London (LGW)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 2,174

miles

3,498

kilometers

1,889

nautical miles

🕐 4h 38m

Flight Time

🧭 NW (321°)

Direction

🌍 -2h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	2,174	+1,304	3,478 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	2,174	+1,304	3,478 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	2,174	+1,087	3,261 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	2,174	+1,087	3,261 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	2,174	+2,174	4,348 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	2,174	+1,087	3,261 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

This international flight from Egypt to United Kingdom requires a valid passport. Remember to check visa requirements before traveling!

✈️ Flight Details

The CAI to LGW route connects Cairo, Egypt with London, United Kingdom. This long-haul flight covers 2,174 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from Egypt to United Kingdom. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 321° from Cairo. There is a 2 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About CAI

Cairo International Airport

Cairo International Airport (CAI) serves Cairo, Egypt.

🛬 About LGW

London Gatwick Airport

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) serves London, United Kingdom.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 2,174 miles (3,498 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from CAI to LGW typically take around 4h 38m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 2,174 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.