Cairo, Egypt → Algiers, Algeria · ✈ 3h 53min · 🚗 44h 1min
1,463 nautical miles · Time difference: -2h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Cairo to Algiers 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 Cairo, Egypt to Algiers, Algeria 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.
Algiers is located northwest of Cairo. Cairo is in Africa, in the Greater Cairo region of Egypt, while Algiers is in Africa, in Algiers, Algeria. 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 Cairo to Algiers. 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 Cairo to Algiers 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.
Cairo sits at 30.0444°N, 31.2357°E, while Algiers is located at 36.7538°N, 3.0588°E. The initial compass bearing from Cairo to Algiers is 293° (WNW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Cairo heading roughly WNW. 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 Cairo and Algiers 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.
Algiers is roughly 2 hours behind Cairo. When it is 09:00 in Cairo, it is approximately 07:00 in Algiers. 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.
Cairo is a major city in Egypt with a population of approximately 9,540,000. Located in the Greater Cairo region, it is an important hub in Africa. As one of the largest cities in Egypt, Cairo is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Algiers is a notable city in Algeria with a population of approximately 3,415,811. Situated in the Algiers region, it serves as a key destination in Africa. Algiers offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Algeria.
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 Cairo and Algiers means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 9.0 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 3h 53min.
Combined, Cairo and Algiers have a population of over 12,955,811 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Cairo to Algiers 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.
Algiers is approximately -2h behind compared to Cairo.
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.