Direct (nonstop) flights from Geneva to Cairo

1 airline flys nonstop from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). It's 1,756 miles (2,826 km), about 3h 55m in the air. Operated by EgyptAir.

GVA
Geneva Airport
🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland
CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,756 mi
2,826 km
CO₂/pax
297 kg
−45 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
EgyptAir
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by EgyptAir EgyptAir

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

EgyptAir MS EgyptAir
Route
GVA → CAI
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,756 mi

Alternative Routes

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

GVA SKG (Thessaloniki) CAI
Leg 1: 2h 20m (933 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (859 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 342 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GVA → SKG
2h 20m · 933 mi
View GVA to SKG flights →
Leg 2
SKG → CAI
2h 10m · 859 mi
View SKG to CAI flights →
GVA ATH (Athens) CAI
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,077 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (687 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GVA → ATH
2h 40m · 1,077 mi
View GVA to ATH flights →
Leg 2
ATH → CAI
1h 55m · 687 mi
View ATH to CAI flights →
GVA FCO (Rome) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 30m (432 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,337 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 331 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GVA → FCO
1h 30m · 432 mi
View GVA to FCO flights →
Leg 2
FCO → CAI
3h 15m · 1,337 mi
View FCO to CAI flights →
GVA VCE (Venice) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (304 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,480 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 331 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GVA → VCE
1h 15m · 304 mi
View GVA to VCE flights →
Leg 2
VCE → CAI
3h 30m · 1,480 mi
View VCE to CAI flights →
GVA MXP (Milan) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 5m (132 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,627 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 324 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GVA → MXP
1h 5m · 132 mi
View GVA to MXP flights →
Leg 2
MXP → CAI
3h 45m · 1,627 mi
View MXP to CAI flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Geneva to Cairo?

A nonstop flight from Geneva (GVA) to Cairo (CAI) takes approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,756 miles (2,826 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Geneva to Cairo?

Just EgyptAir.

Is there a nonstop flight from Geneva to Cairo?

Yes. 1 airline: EgyptAir.

How far is Geneva from Cairo?

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

What is the time difference between Geneva and Cairo?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Geneva to Cairo?

At 3h 55m, 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 Switzerland to Egypt?

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

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

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

Is the return flight from Cairo to Geneva 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 Geneva to Cairo?

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 Geneva Airport for this flight?

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