Aleppo to Esna flights
Esna lies 1,290 km (801 mi) south of Aleppo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 24 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.
| Aleppo | Esna | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Egypt |
| Population | 2.1 million | 462,787 |
| Elevation | 401 m (1,316 ft) | 86 m (282 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) |
| Nearest large airport | ALP, 6 km out | LXR, 45 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Esna
Crossing from Syria into Egypt: money changes from the Pound to the Pound (EGP); sockets are Euro, Schuko; 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 Aleppo
Aleppo is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Aleppo International Airport (ALP), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,547 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport (GZT, 88 km), Hatay Airport (HTY, 80 km).
Arriving in Esna
Esna is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Luxor International Airport (LXR), 45 km (28 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxor International Airport | LXR | 45 km (28 mi) | 9,843 ft | 276 ft |
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Staying in Esna
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Esna. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Esna from Aleppo?
1,290 km (801 mi) in a straight line, south of Aleppo.
How long does it take to get from Aleppo to Esna by air?
About 2 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aleppo and Esna?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Aleppo to Esna flights?
Typically Aleppo International Airport (ALP) to Luxor International Airport (LXR).
What currency do I need in Esna?
The Pound (EGP).
Where can I stay in Esna?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Esna, bookable on this site.
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.