Are there direct flights from New York to Cairo?

Historically, direct flights from New York to Cairo have constituted approximately 10.8% of all flight options in the trailing 90 days. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically 2. While direct options are available, they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight offerings. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey and evaluating convenience versus potential cost savings.

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

The typical duration for a direct flight from New York to Cairo is approximately 10 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 9016 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally take longer, with a median duration of 17 hours and 20 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when planning their itinerary. The presence of stopovers can significantly extend the overall travel duration.

How often do New York to Cairo flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the New York to Cairo route have shown frequent drops in the trailing 30 days. This indicates that price fluctuations are common for this route. Travelers may find opportunities to secure better deals by monitoring prices regularly. The frequent price changes suggest a dynamic market for this particular flight path.

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New York to Cairo: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Cairo

For those planning cheap flights from New York to Cairo, the data indicates that March is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $561. Other cost-effective options include April, where median fares are around $585, and January, with a median of $603. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

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. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding significantly lower prices can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to check for price drops.

When flying from New York to Cairo, most itineraries connect at least once, as only 10.8% of recent fares were for direct flights. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should generally expect to make at least one stop on their journey.

A typical journey from New York to Cairo takes approximately 32h 55m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, making the overall travel time considerably longer than a direct flight would be.

The distance between New York and Cairo is approximately 9016 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul flight. This significant distance contributes to the extended journey times and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from New York to Cairo

Regular price: $712 - $1,264

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 $712 to $1264. The current lowest deal is $636 with Icelandair, for travel from Sep 19-Sep 30.

now $636

Low $712

High $1,264

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. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $561

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,478

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Direct flights from New York to Cairo

Egyptair

Last-minute flights going from New York to Cairo

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Gulf Air

$790

$645

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New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Gulf Air

$778

$647

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New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Gulf Air

$778

$649

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Gulf Air

$827

$665

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New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Gulf Air

$790

$647

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New York (JFK) - Cairo (CAI)

Gulf Air

$798

$648

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 13

$1,185 → $760

36%

5 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 20

$1,174 → $762

35%

13 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 28

$1,172 → $767

35%

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

$1,156 → $758

34%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Cairo

New York - Cairo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for New York to Cairo are near the typical level, with a median price of $1127.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Cairo, with a median price of $561.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 32h 55m

Flights from New York to Cairo typically take 32 hours and 55 minutes, with 2 stopovers when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant for New York to Cairo, representing 89.2% of available routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

Egyptair offers direct flights

Egyptair offers direct flights from New York to Cairo, providing a non-stop travel option.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from New York to Cairo appear frequently, with good prices available 2% of the time.

New York main airports to depart from

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a good option for flights from New York to Cairo.

📍 ~20 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$576

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.

📍 ~20 km from Cairo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$576

Airports nearby Cairo used as alternative

Sphinx International Airport (SPX)

Sphinx International Airport is a practical alternative for travelers due to its proximity to Cairo.

📍 ~50 km from Cairo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$681

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairo

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from New York to Cairo have been found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $743. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees prices rise to an average of $1277. Prices across the trailing 90 days show that booking within a week of travel often yields the most economical fares. Travelers should consider this booking window for potential savings.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from New York to Cairo is considered to be $895 or less. The median price for this route has been $1127. Prices tend to increase significantly beyond this threshold, with 75% of observed prices being $1328 or higher. Aiming for a fare below $895 could represent a notable saving.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from New York to Cairo have been 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. These months typically present more affordable options compared to the annual median price of $1127 across the trailing 270 days. Travelers looking for lower fares may find these months more suitable for their plans.

New York to Cairo: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Cairo

How much is a round trip from New York to Cairo

Regular price: $712 - $1,264

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 $712 to $1264. The current lowest deal is $636 with Icelandair, for travel from Sep 19-Sep 30.

now $636

Low $712

High $1,264

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. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $561

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,478

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Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec