Cairo to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Cairo (CAI) to San Francisco (SFO) connect Egypt and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 12,004 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 16 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CAI and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco 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
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 12,004 km
- Typical duration
- about 16 hours
- Origin codes
- CAI
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cairo to San Francisco
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Route overview
Cairo to San Francisco 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 SFO. Related codes: CAI → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 12,004 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 16 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cairo airports and metro codes: CAI.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Cairo, other destinations from Cairo, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cairo to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Cairo to San Francisco typically take about 16 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cairo to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Cairo and San Francisco is approximately 12,004 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cairo to San Francisco?
Cairo is commonly searched with code CAI (related: CAI). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Cairo to San Francisco?
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 San Francisco to Cairo?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Cairo. Distance is the same great-circle measure (12,004 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cairo to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects Egypt (Cairo) with United States (San Francisco).