Ankara to Shibīn al Kawm flights
Shibīn al Kawm lies 1,055 km (655 mi) south of Ankara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 6 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Ankara | Shibīn al Kawm | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Egypt |
| Population | 3.5 million | 267,945 |
| Elevation | 874 m (2,867 ft) | 23 m (75 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) |
| Nearest large airport | ESB, 26 km out | SPX, 51 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Shibīn al Kawm
Crossing from Turkey into Egypt: money changes from the Lira to the Pound (EGP); the dialling code becomes +20; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648812 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648825.
Airports at each end
Leaving Ankara
Ankara is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), 26 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 12,303-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Shibīn al Kawm
Shibīn al Kawm is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Sphinx International Airport (SPX), 51 km (32 mi) from the centre, whose 11,975-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Cairo International Airport (CAI, 62 km), Capital International Airport (CCE, 96 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sphinx International Airport | SPX | 51 km (32 mi) | 11,975 ft | 510 ft |
| Cairo International Airport | CAI | 62 km (39 mi) | 13,124 ft | 322 ft |
| Capital International Airport (regional) | CCE | 96 km (60 mi) | 11,980 ft | 761 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Shibīn al Kawm from Ankara?
1,055 km (655 mi) in a straight line, south of Ankara.
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Shibīn al Kawm by air?
About 2 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ankara and Shibīn al Kawm?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ankara to Shibīn al Kawm flights?
Typically Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX); Shibīn al Kawm also has CAI, CCE.
What currency do I need in Shibīn al Kawm?
The Pound (EGP).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.