Cairo to Irbid flights
Irbid lies 517 km (322 mi) north-east of Cairo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 25 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.
| Cairo | Irbid | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Egypt | Jordan |
| Population | 9.6 million | 569,068 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 570 m (1,870 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) | UTC+3 (Asia/Amman) |
| Nearest large airport | CAI, 15 km out | ADJ, 66 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Irbid
Crossing from Egypt into Jordan: money changes from the Pound to the Dinar (JOD); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 5-15, SN 441011, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +962; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Cairo
Cairo is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Cairo International Airport (CAI), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 13,124-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Sphinx International Airport (SPX, 34 km), Capital International Airport (CCE, 57 km).
Arriving in Irbid
Irbid is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport (ADJ), 66 km (41 mi) from the centre, whose 10,745-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Queen Alia International Airport (AMM, 94 km), Uri Michaeli Haifa International Airport (HFA, 81 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | 66 km (41 mi) | 10,745 ft | 2,555 ft |
| Queen Alia International Airport | AMM | 94 km (58 mi) | 12,008 ft | 2,395 ft |
| Uri Michaeli Haifa International Airport (regional) | HFA | 81 km (50 mi) | 4,324 ft | 28 ft |
Book a flight to Irbid
Our airline partner is activating live fares for this site; the search below opens the moment that is done. Hotels can be booked now.
Flights are sold here by AirOrSeaTravel through our booking partner, Nuitée, which takes the payment; the ticket is issued by the airline. How this works.
Staying in Irbid
Our booking partner lists 45 places to stay in Irbid. Of the 18 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (9). Guests have left 1,250 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Irbid
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Irbid from Cairo?
517 km (322 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Cairo.
How long does it take to get from Cairo to Irbid by air?
About 1 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cairo and Irbid?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Cairo to Irbid flights?
Typically Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport (ADJ); Irbid also has AMM, HFA.
What currency do I need in Irbid?
The Dinar (JOD).
Where can I stay in Irbid?
Our booking partner lists 45 places to stay in Irbid, 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.