Direct (nonstop) flights from Cairo to Geneva

1 airline flys nonstop from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Geneva Airport (GVA). It's 1,756 miles (2,826 km), about 4h 15m in the air. Operated by EgyptAir.

CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
GVA
Geneva Airport
🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,756 mi
2,826 km
CO₂/pax
297 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
EgyptAir
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by EgyptAir EgyptAir

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

EgyptAir MS EgyptAir
Route
CAI → GVA
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,756 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cairo to Geneva with one stop · direct emits 297 kg CO₂ per passenger

CAI MXP (Milan) GVA
Leg 1: 4h (1,627 mi) Leg 2: 55m (132 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 324 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → MXP
4h · 1,627 mi
View CAI to MXP flights →
Leg 2
MXP → GVA
55m · 132 mi
View MXP to GVA flights →
CAI SKG (Thessaloniki) GVA
Leg 1: 2h 20m (859 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (933 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 342 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → SKG
2h 20m · 859 mi
View CAI to SKG flights →
Leg 2
SKG → GVA
2h 35m · 933 mi
View SKG to GVA flights →
CAI ATH (Athens) GVA
Leg 1: 2h 5m (687 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,077 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → ATH
2h 5m · 687 mi
View CAI to ATH flights →
Leg 2
ATH → GVA
2h 55m · 1,077 mi
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CAI FCO (Rome) GVA
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,337 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (432 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 331 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → FCO
3h 30m · 1,337 mi
View CAI to FCO flights →
Leg 2
FCO → GVA
1h 35m · 432 mi
View FCO to GVA flights →
CAI ZRH (Zurich) GVA
Leg 1: 4h 20m (1,705 mi) Leg 2: 55m (144 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 340 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → ZRH
4h 20m · 1,705 mi
View CAI to ZRH flights →
Leg 2
ZRH → GVA
55m · 144 mi
View ZRH to GVA flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cairo to Geneva?

A nonstop flight from Cairo (CAI) to Geneva (GVA) takes approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,756 miles (2,826 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cairo to Geneva?

Just EgyptAir.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cairo to Geneva?

Yes. 1 airline: EgyptAir.

How far is Cairo from Geneva?

The flight distance from Cairo to Geneva is 1,756 miles (2,826 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Cairo and Geneva?

Geneva is 1 hour behind Cairo. (Africa/Cairo vs Europe/Zurich.)

What type of aircraft flies from Cairo to Geneva?

At 4h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Egypt to Switzerland?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Switzerland embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Cairo to Geneva?

Roughly 297 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,485 km.

Is the return flight from Geneva to Cairo also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Geneva?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Cairo International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.