Jerusalem to Aswān flights
Aswān lies 884 km (549 mi) south of Jerusalem, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 53 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.
| Jerusalem | Aswān | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Israel | Egypt |
| Population | 971,800 | 379,774 |
| Elevation | 786 m (2,579 ft) | 99 m (325 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Jerusalem) | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) |
| Nearest large airport | TLV, 41 km out | ASW, 17 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Aswān
Crossing from Israel into Egypt: money changes from the Shekel 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 Jerusalem
Jerusalem is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), 41 km (25 mi) from the centre, whose 13,327-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Queen Alia International Airport (AMM, 74 km), Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport (ADJ, 77 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 Jerusalem?
884 km (549 mi) in a straight line, south of Jerusalem.
How long does it take to get from Jerusalem to Aswān by air?
About 1 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jerusalem and Aswān?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Jerusalem to Aswān flights?
Typically Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Aswan International Airport (ASW).
What currency do I need in Aswān?
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.