Giza to Aswān flights
Aswān lies 679 km (422 mi) south of Giza, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 37 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.
| Giza | Aswān | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Egypt | Egypt |
| Population | 4.4 million | 379,774 |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) | 99 m (325 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) |
| Nearest large airport | CAI, 21 km out | ASW, 17 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Giza
Giza is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Cairo International Airport (CAI), 21 km (13 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, 32 km), Capital International Airport (CCE, 61 km).
Arriving in Aswān
Aswān is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Aswan International Airport (ASW), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 11,161-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aswan International Airport | ASW | 17 km (11 mi) | 11,161 ft | 650 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Aswān from Giza?
679 km (422 mi) in a straight line, south of Giza.
How long does it take to get from Giza to Aswān by air?
About 1 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Giza and Aswān?
No, both are on Africa/Cairo at the moment.
Which airports are used for Giza to Aswān flights?
Typically Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Aswan International Airport (ASW).
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.