Qibla Direction in Cairo
Egypt · 1,288 km to Makkah
136.2°
southeast (SE) from true north
The Qibla direction from Cairo, Egypt is 136.2° from true north — southeast (SE). Makkah is 1,288 km away along the shortest path.
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Frequently asked questions
Which direction is the Qibla in Cairo?
136.2° clockwise from true north, i.e. southeast.
How far is Cairo from Makkah?
About 1,288 km (800 miles) along a great circle.
How do I use this bearing with a compass?
Hold the compass flat, turn until the needle points north, then face the bearing shown. Phone compasses can be affected by metal and magnets nearby, so calibrate first.
Great-circle bearing to the Kaaba (21.4225° N, 39.8262° E) from 30.0626°, 31.2497°. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), https://www.geonames.org/.