Are there direct flights from New York to Cairo?

Historically, direct flights from New York to Cairo made up approximately 10.8% of all observed flights. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options exist, connecting flights are more common for this route.

How long does it take to fly from New York to Cairo?

The typical direct flight from New York to Cairo has a duration of 10 hours and 15 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time was significantly longer, averaging 17 hours and 20 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 9016 kilometers.

How often do New York to Cairo flight prices drop?

Historically, prices for flights from New York to Cairo have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions on this route. Monitoring prices over time could be beneficial for securing a more favorable fare.

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New York to Cairo: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Cairo

March is typically the cheapest month to fly from New York to Cairo, with a median fare of $561. Other cost-effective options include April, with a median fare of $585, and January, where the median fare is $603. If you are looking for cheap flights from New York to Cairo, planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

Fares for flights from New York to Cairo typically range from $895 to $1328, with a median price of $1127. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 10.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so frequent checks may help you find better options.

A typical journey from New York to Cairo takes approximately 32h 55m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 9016 km.

How much is a round trip from New York to Cairo

Regular price: $708 - $1,490

Prices for flights from New York to Cairo are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from New York to Cairo typically range from $708 to $1490. The current lowest deal is $643 with Gulf Air for travel from Oct 11-Oct 20.

now $643

Low $708

High $1,490

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Cairo

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to CAI is March, with a median price of $561. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1478. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $561

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,478

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New York to Cairo

Egyptair

Last-minute flights going from New York to Cairo

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cairo

New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Saudia

$941

$672

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cairo

New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Royal Jordanian

$1,159

$697

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cairo

New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Royal Jordanian

$1,145

$710

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cairo

New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$1,138

$782

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cairo

New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Gulf Air

$882

$644

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cairo

New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Gulf Air

$931

$650

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Cairo

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$1,122 → $657

41%

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

$1,159 → $697

40%

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

$1,129 → $678

40%

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

$1,122 → $676

40%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Cairo

New York - Cairo route insights

💸 Price insights

Fares near the typical level

Recent fares from NYC to CAI are near the typical level of $1127.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March offers the lowest median price at $561 for NYC to CAI.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights, typically 32h 55m

Flights from NYC to CAI are long-haul, with a median duration of 32h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 10.8% of recent flights from NYC to CAI are direct, with 2 stopovers typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Egyptair offers direct flights

Egyptair is one airline offering direct flights on the NYC to CAI route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from NYC to CAI are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

New York main airports to depart from

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International is a key option for flights from New York to Cairo, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~21 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$603

LaGuardia (LGA)

LaGuardia is a convenient departure point for flights to Cairo, located within the New York area.

📍 ~13 km from New York city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$711

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport provides an alternative departure choice for travelers flying to Cairo.

📍 ~88 km from New York city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1,048

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International offers another viable option for flights from the New York area to Cairo.

📍 ~14 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$705

Cairo main airports to arrive at

Cairo International (CAI)

Cheapest

Cairo International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from New York to Cairo.

📍 ~18 km from Cairo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$602

Airports nearby Cairo used as alternative

Sphinx International Airport (SPX)

Cheapest

Sphinx International Airport (SPX) is a practical alternative due to its proximity to Cairo and Giza.

📍 ~45 km from Cairo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$610

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairo

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from New York to Cairo have been found within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price was $743. Booking 7-13 days out typically saw prices rise to an average of $1277. For travelers planning further ahead, prices for bookings made 60+ days in advance averaged around $1140.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from New York to Cairo was considered to be $895 or less. The median price observed for this route was $1127. Prices typically increased, with 75% of observed fares being $1328 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from New York to Cairo have included March, with a median price of $561, and April, with a median price of $585. January also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $603. The annual median price for this route was $1127, indicating significant savings are possible during these months.

New York to Cairo: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Cairo

A typical journey from New York to Cairo takes approximately 32h 55m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 9016 km.

How much is a round trip from New York to Cairo

Regular price: $708 - $1,490

Prices for flights from New York to Cairo are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from New York to Cairo typically range from $708 to $1490. The current lowest deal is $643 with Gulf Air for travel from Oct 11-Oct 20.

now $643

Low $708

High $1,490

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Cairo

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to CAI is March, with a median price of $561. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1478. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $561

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,478

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New York to Cairo

Egyptair

Last-minute flights going from New York to Cairo

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cairo

New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Saudia

$941

$672

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cairo

New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Royal Jordanian

$1,159

$697

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cairo

New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Royal Jordanian

$1,145

$710

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cairo

New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$1,138

$782

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cairo

New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Gulf Air

$882

$644

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Cairo

New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Gulf Air

$931

$650

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Cairo

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$1,122 → $657

41%

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

$1,159 → $697

40%

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

$1,129 → $678

40%

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

$1,122 → $676

40%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Cairo

New York - Cairo route insights

💸 Price insights

Fares near the typical level

Recent fares from NYC to CAI are near the typical level of $1127.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March offers the lowest median price at $561 for NYC to CAI.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights, typically 32h 55m

Flights from NYC to CAI are long-haul, with a median duration of 32h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 10.8% of recent flights from NYC to CAI are direct, with 2 stopovers typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Egyptair offers direct flights

Egyptair is one airline offering direct flights on the NYC to CAI route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from NYC to CAI are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

New York main airports to depart from

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International is a key option for flights from New York to Cairo, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~21 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$603

LaGuardia (LGA)

LaGuardia is a convenient departure point for flights to Cairo, located within the New York area.

📍 ~13 km from New York city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$711

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport provides an alternative departure choice for travelers flying to Cairo.

📍 ~88 km from New York city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1,048

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International offers another viable option for flights from the New York area to Cairo.

📍 ~14 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$705

Cairo main airports to arrive at

Cairo International (CAI)

Cheapest

Cairo International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from New York to Cairo.

📍 ~18 km from Cairo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$602

Airports nearby Cairo used as alternative

Sphinx International Airport (SPX)

Cheapest

Sphinx International Airport (SPX) is a practical alternative due to its proximity to Cairo and Giza.

Cairo, Egypt

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$2,705

$1,541

Save $1,164

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairo

Cheap Flights from New York to Cairo

Today’s best flight deals from New York to Cairo

New York to Cairo: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Cairo

How much is a round trip from New York to Cairo

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Cairo

Direct flights from New York to Cairo

Last-minute flights going from New York to Cairo

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Cairo

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Cairo

New York - Cairo route insights

Fares near the typical level

Fly in March for the best prices

Long-haul flights, typically 32h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

Egyptair offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

New York main airports to depart from

Cairo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cairo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cairo

Best Elite deals to Cairo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairo

How early should I book New York to Cairo flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from New York to Cairo?

What's the cheapest month to fly from New York to Cairo?

Are there direct flights from New York to Cairo?

How long does it take to fly from New York to Cairo?

How often do New York to Cairo flight prices drop?

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Flights to Cairo from other cities

New York to Cairo: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Cairo

How much is a round trip from New York to Cairo

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Cairo

Direct flights from New York to Cairo

Last-minute flights going from New York to Cairo

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Cairo

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Cairo

New York - Cairo route insights

Fares near the typical level

Fly in March for the best prices

Long-haul flights, typically 32h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

Egyptair offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

New York main airports to depart from

Cairo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cairo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cairo

Best Elite deals to Cairo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairo

How early should I book New York to Cairo flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from New York to Cairo?

What's the cheapest month to fly from New York to Cairo?