Zaafarana Population 2026
Zaafarana has a population of 46,993, making it the #149 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in Red Sea. It is about 204× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,993
Rank in Egypt
#149
Coordinates
29.11°N, 32.66°E
~6 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
173 km
107 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Red Sea
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Hurghada | 207,132 | #31 |
| Safaga | 53,639 | #139 |
| Ras Gharib | 44,852 | #159 |
| Banī Suwayf al Jadīdah | 32,278 | #186 |
| Hala'ib | 27,000 | #200 |
| Al Quşayr | 24,653 | #209 |
| Ar Radīsīyah Qiblī | 16,190 | #231 |
Cities near Zaafarana
- Al ‘Ayn as Sukhnah45,552 people · ~62 km away
- Ain Sukhna45,552 people · ~64 km away
- Ras Gharib44,852 people · ~93 km away
- Suez699,541 people · ~97 km away
- El-Tor38,285 people · ~135 km away
- Fāyīd35,066 people · ~138 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zaafarana?
Zaafarana has a population of 46,993 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #149 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is Zaafarana in?
Zaafarana is located in Red Sea, Egypt.
Is Zaafarana the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 173 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.