Cairo to Heraklion Flights
Flights from Cairo (CAI) to Heraklion (HER) connect Egypt and Greece. The great-circle distance is approximately 822 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 2 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CAI and HER. The reverse route is Heraklion to Cairo. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Cairo, Egypt
- Destination
- Heraklion, Greece
- Distance
- 822 km
- Typical duration
- about 2 hours
- Origin codes
- CAI
- Destination codes
- HER
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cairo to Heraklion
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Route overview
Cairo to Heraklion is a city-pair air route between Egypt and Greece. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CAI and HER. Related codes: CAI → HER.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 822 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 2 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cairo airports and metro codes: CAI.
Heraklion airports and metro codes: HER.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Heraklion to Cairo, other destinations from Cairo, and other origins into Heraklion.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cairo to Heraklion?
Direct flights from Cairo to Heraklion typically take about 2 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cairo to Heraklion?
The great-circle distance between Cairo and Heraklion is approximately 822 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cairo to Heraklion?
Cairo is commonly searched with code CAI (related: CAI). Heraklion is commonly searched with code HER (related: HER).
Are there direct flights from Cairo to Heraklion?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Heraklion to Cairo?
The reverse city pair is Heraklion to Cairo. Distance is the same great-circle measure (822 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cairo to Heraklion route connect?
This route connects Egypt (Cairo) with Greece (Heraklion).