Athens, Greece to Cairo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Greece from Cairo?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Cairo is 696.4 miles (1120.8 km) as the crow flies. Cairo is located SE of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1699.2 miles, taking about 31h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Cairo is in Egypt.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Greece and Cairo. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.