Omdurman to Assiut flights
Assiut lies 1,290 km (801 mi) north of Omdurman, +1 h on the clock. 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.
| Omdurman | Assiut | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sudan | Egypt |
| Population | 1.8 million | 528,669 |
| Elevation | 391 m (1,283 ft) | 56 m (184 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) |
| Nearest large airport | KRT, 10 km out | ATZ, 23 km out |
Clocks in Assiut are 1 h ahead of Omdurman right now, so a 2 h 24 min journey lands 3 h 24 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Assiut
Crossing from Sudan 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 Omdurman
Omdurman is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Khartoum International Airport (KRT), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,751 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Assiut
Assiut is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Asyut International Airport (ATZ), 23 km (14 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,905 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asyut International Airport | ATZ | 23 km (14 mi) | 9,905 ft | 748 ft |
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Staying in Assiut
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Common questions
How far is Assiut from Omdurman?
1,290 km (801 mi) in a straight line, north of Omdurman.
How long does it take to get from Omdurman to Assiut 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 Omdurman and Assiut?
Assiut is 1 h ahead at the moment (Africa/Cairo against Africa/Khartoum).
Which airports are used for Omdurman to Assiut flights?
Typically Khartoum International Airport (KRT) to Asyut International Airport (ATZ).
What currency do I need in Assiut?
The Pound (EGP).
Where can I stay in Assiut?
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Assiut, 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.