Cairo to Los Angeles Flights
Flights from Cairo (CAI) to Los Angeles (LAX) connect Egypt and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 12,218 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 16 to 17 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CAI and LAX. The reverse route is Los Angeles 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
- Los Angeles, United States
- Distance
- 12,218 km
- Typical duration
- about 16 to 17 hours
- Origin codes
- CAI
- Destination codes
- LAX
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cairo to Los Angeles
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Route overview
Cairo to Los Angeles is a city-pair air route between Egypt and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CAI and LAX. Related codes: CAI → LAX.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 12,218 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 16 to 17 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cairo airports and metro codes: CAI.
Los Angeles airports and metro codes: LAX.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Los Angeles to Cairo, other destinations from Cairo, and other origins into Los Angeles.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cairo to Los Angeles?
Direct flights from Cairo to Los Angeles typically take about 16 to 17 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cairo to Los Angeles?
The great-circle distance between Cairo and Los Angeles is approximately 12,218 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cairo to Los Angeles?
Cairo is commonly searched with code CAI (related: CAI). Los Angeles is commonly searched with code LAX (related: LAX).
Are there direct flights from Cairo to Los Angeles?
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 Los Angeles to Cairo?
The reverse city pair is Los Angeles to Cairo. Distance is the same great-circle measure (12,218 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cairo to Los Angeles route connect?
This route connects Egypt (Cairo) with United States (Los Angeles).