Direct (nonstop) flights from Cairo to Sulaimaniyah

1 airline flys nonstop from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Sulaymaniyah International Airport (ISU). It's 890 miles (1,432 km), about 2h 30m in the air. Operated by Iraqi Airways.

CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
ISU
Sulaymaniyah International Airport
🇮🇶 Sulaimaniyah, Iraq
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
890 mi
1,432 km
CO₂/pax
165 kg
−37 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Iraqi Airways
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Iraqi Airways Iraqi Airways

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Iraqi Airways IA Iraqi Airways
Route
CAI → ISU
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
890 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cairo to Sulaimaniyah with one stop · direct emits 165 kg CO₂ per passenger

CAI BGW (Baghdad) ISU
Leg 1: 2h 10m (785 mi) Leg 2: 45m (171 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 202 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → BGW
2h 10m · 785 mi
View CAI to BGW flights →
Leg 2
BGW → ISU
45m · 171 mi
View BGW to ISU flights →
CAI BEY (Beirut) ISU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (350 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (570 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 196 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → BEY
1h 20m · 350 mi
View CAI to BEY flights →
Leg 2
BEY → ISU
1h 45m · 570 mi
View BEY to ISU flights →
CAI AMM (Amman) ISU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (293 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (598 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → AMM
1h 20m · 293 mi
View CAI to AMM flights →
Leg 2
AMM → ISU
1h 50m · 598 mi
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CAI BSR (Basra) ISU
Leg 1: 3h (971 mi) Leg 2: 1h (372 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 258 kg CO₂ (+56% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → BSR
3h · 971 mi
View CAI to BSR flights →
Leg 2
BSR → ISU
1h · 372 mi
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CAI SAW (Istanbul) ISU
Leg 1: 2h 15m (752 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (943 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 323 kg CO₂ (+96% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAI → SAW
2h 15m · 752 mi
View CAI to SAW flights →
Leg 2
SAW → ISU
2h 35m · 943 mi
View SAW to ISU flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cairo to Sulaimaniyah?

A nonstop flight from Cairo (CAI) to Sulaimaniyah (ISU) takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 890 miles (1,432 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cairo to Sulaimaniyah?

Just Iraqi Airways.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cairo to Sulaimaniyah?

Yes. 1 airline: Iraqi Airways.

How far is Cairo from Sulaimaniyah?

The flight distance from Cairo to Sulaimaniyah is 890 miles (1,432 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Cairo to Sulaimaniyah?

At 2h 30m, 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 Iraq?

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

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

Roughly 165 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 825 km.

Is the return flight from Sulaimaniyah 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 Sulaimaniyah?

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.