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