Algiers, Algeria → Cairo, Egypt · ✈ 3h 53min · 🚗 44h 1min
1,463 nautical miles · Time difference: +2h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from Algiers to Cairo is 2,709 km (1,683 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 3h 53min.
The straight-line distance from Algiers, Algeria to Cairo, Egypt is approximately 2,709 kilometers (1,683 miles or 1,463 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Cairo is located southeast of Algiers. Algiers is in Africa, in the Algiers region of Algeria, while Cairo is in Africa, in Greater Cairo, Egypt. Both cities are in Africa.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 2,709 km | ~3h 53min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~3,522 km | ~44h 1min | Long journey, consider stops |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Algiers to Cairo. For 2,709 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 3,522 km, fuel costs for driving from Algiers to Cairo are approximately $282–$528 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Algiers sits at 36.7538°N, 3.0588°E, while Cairo is located at 30.0444°N, 31.2357°E. The initial compass bearing from Algiers to Cairo is 98° (E), so a great-circle flight path leaves Algiers heading roughly E. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 6.71° and the longitude difference is 28.18°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Algiers and Cairo is approximately 34.2068°N, 17.7030°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 1,355 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Cairo is roughly 2 hours ahead of Algiers. When it is 09:00 in Algiers, it is approximately 11:00 in Cairo. A 2-hour shift is small enough that most travelers adjust within a day. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Algiers is a major city in Algeria with a population of approximately 3,415,811. Located in the Algiers region, it is an important hub in Africa. Algiers is a significant metropolitan area in Algeria with good domestic and international transport connections.
Cairo is a notable city in Egypt with a population of approximately 9,540,000. Situated in the Greater Cairo region, it serves as a key destination in Africa. Cairo is one of Egypt's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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2,709 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 2,709 km between Algiers and Cairo means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 9.0 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 3h 53min.
Combined, Algiers and Cairo have a population of over 12,955,811 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Algiers to Cairo is approximately 2,709 kilometers (1,683 miles, 1,463 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 3h 53min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 44h 1min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Cairo is approximately +2h ahead compared to Algiers.
The estimated road distance is approximately 3,522 km, which is about 30% longer than the 2,709 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.