Casablanca, Morocco → Cairo, Egypt · ✈ 5h 5min · 🚗 59h 36min
1,981 nautical miles · Time difference: +3h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from Casablanca to Cairo is 3,668 km (2,279 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 5h 5min.
The straight-line distance from Casablanca, Morocco to Cairo, Egypt is approximately 3,668 kilometers (2,279 miles or 1,981 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 Casablanca. Casablanca is in Africa, in the Casablanca-Settat region of Morocco, while Cairo is in Africa, in Greater Cairo, Egypt. Both cities are in Africa.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 3,668 km | ~5h 5min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~4,768 km | ~59h 36min | Long journey, consider stops |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Casablanca to Cairo. For 3,668 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 4,768 km, fuel costs for driving from Casablanca to Cairo are approximately $381–$715 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.
Casablanca sits at 33.5731°N, 7.5898°W, while Cairo is located at 30.0444°N, 31.2357°E. The initial compass bearing from Casablanca to Cairo is 85° (E), so a great-circle flight path leaves Casablanca 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 3.53° and the longitude difference is 38.83°. 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 Casablanca and Cairo is approximately 33.3293°N, 12.2087°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 1,834 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 3 hours ahead of Casablanca. When it is 09:00 in Casablanca, it is approximately 12:00 in Cairo. A 3-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.
Casablanca uses the Moroccan Dirham (MAD), while Cairo uses the Egyptian Pound (EGP). Plan to exchange currency before departure or use a low-fee travel card on arrival — airport rates are typically the worst available. The primary local language shifts from Arabic / Berber in Casablanca to Arabic in Cairo. Learning a few basic phrases makes a noticeable difference at hotels, restaurants, and transit hubs.
Casablanca is a major city in Morocco with a population of approximately 3,359,818. Located in the Casablanca-Settat region, it is an important hub in Africa. Casablanca is a significant metropolitan area in Morocco with good domestic and international transport connections.
→ See all distances from Casablanca
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.
→ See all distances from Cairo
3,668 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 3,668 km between Casablanca and Cairo means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 12.2 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 5h 5min.
Combined, Casablanca and Cairo have a population of over 12,899,818 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Casablanca to Cairo is approximately 3,668 kilometers (2,279 miles, 1,981 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 5h 5min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 59h 36min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Cairo is approximately +3h ahead compared to Casablanca.
The estimated road distance is approximately 4,768 km, which is about 30% longer than the 3,668 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.