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Distance from Cairo to Johannesburg

The straight-line distance from Cairo, Egypt to Johannesburg, South Africa is 6,264 km (3,892 miles).Johannesburg is S of Cairo.

Distance (km)

6,264

straight line

Distance (miles)

3,892

straight line

Flight Time

8 hr 18 min

estimated direct

Direction

S

183° bearing

Transport Comparison: Cairo to Johannesburg

ModeEstimated TimeDistanceNotes
Flight8 hr 18 min6,264 kmDirect flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed

All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.

Cairo to Johannesburg: Key Details

FromCairo, Egypt
ToJohannesburg, South Africa
Straight-line Distance6,264 km (3,892 miles)
Bearing183° (S)
Coordinates (Cairo)30.0444°, 31.2357°
Coordinates (Johannesburg)-26.2041°, 28.0473°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Cairo from Johannesburg?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Cairo to Johannesburg is 6,264 km (3,892 miles). Johannesburg is S of Cairo.

How long is the flight from Cairo to Johannesburg?

A direct flight from Cairo to Johannesburg takes approximately 8 hr 18 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.

What direction is Johannesburg from Cairo?

Johannesburg is S (183 degrees) from Cairo.

What is the distance from Johannesburg to Cairo?

The distance from Johannesburg to Cairo is the same: 6,264 km (3,892 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.

Other Distance Calculations

Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.

Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.