Cairo to Florence, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1448.3 miles 2330.8 km · straight line
2239.2 miles actual route 3603.6 km · driving distance
38h 46min estimated drive time
EGP 2928 - EGP 3604 estimated fuel cost
~3h 25min flight time
316° NW bearing direction

How far is Cairo from Florence, Italy?

The distance from Cairo to Florence, Italy is 1448.3 miles (2330.8 km) as the crow flies. Florence, Italy is located NW of Cairo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2239.2 miles, taking about 38h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 25min. Cairo is in Egypt, while Florence, Italy is in Italy.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Cairo and Florence, Italy. 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.

How to Get from Cairo to Florence, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 38h 46min EGP 2928 - EGP 3604 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~46h 31min $179–$336* Budget
Train ~50h 24min $269–$784* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cairo & Florence, Italy

Quick Facts

Cairo
30.04°N, 31.24°E
Africa/Cairo
75m elevation
Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 483 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 121 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 17.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM