{"response": {"Key": "CAI-IAD", "orig": {"code": "CAI", "type": "airport", "city": "Cairo", "fullCity": "Cairo, Egypt", "airport": "Cairo Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "IAD", "type": "airport", "city": "Washington", "fullCity": "Washington, United States", "airport": "Washington Intl Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from Cairo to Washington?", "answer": "The flight from Cairo to Washington is about 5,830 miles. Nonstop service on EgyptAir typically takes 12 hours and 5 minutes, while the return flight to Cairo is about 10 hours and 25 minutes — considerably shorter due to prevailing winds.", "methodology": "Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": ["flight_schedule"]}, "q1": {"question": "Are there any direct flights from Cairo to Washington?", "answer": "EgyptAir flies non‑stop from Cairo to Washington Dulles, with 10 flights a week on Monday through Saturday (no Sunday service). Departures are clustered late evening, typically around 10:55 PM to 11:55 PM, and the flight takes about 12 hours 5 minutes.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines", "flight_schedule"]}, "q3": {"question": "What are the ground transportation options in Washington?", "answer": "At Washington Dulles, the fastest and most-used option to reach downtown DC is the Metrorail Silver Line, accessible via a $5 Silver Line Express bus from Arrivals Door #4 to the Wiehle-Reston East station. Taxis are available 24/7 from Washington Flyer, and ride-shares like Uber and Lyft can pick up directly at the terminal. Shared vans such as SuperShuttle offer a budget group option, and rental cars are on-site. The Silver Line Express bus runs every 15–20 minutes and connects to frequent train service into the city, though no rail operates overnight.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://flydulles.com/flight-schedule-dulles-international-airport-iad", "title": "flydulles.com - Flight Schedule - Dulles International Airport (IAD)", "time_published": "2022-03-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://parking.flydulles.com/economy-parking", "title": "Dulles International Airport Parking | Economy Parking", "time_published": "2026-02-06T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.mwaa.com/ipw-2017-archived", "title": "IPW 2017 - Archived", "time_published": "2021-02-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.mwaa.com/policefireems/fire-ems/fire-ems-washington-dulles-international-airport", "title": "mwaa.com - Fire & EMS at Washington Dulles International Airport", "favicon": "https://www.mwaa.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2023-09-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dulles%20International%20Airport", "title": "Dulles International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T14:07:38Z"}]}, "q4": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Washington?", "answer": "April is the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Washington, with average fares around $759, while September and October are also low-season bargains. Prices peak in June at about $1,095, with December and July nearly as expensive.", "methodology": "This 'good deal' estimate shows a representative best price for each departure date across roughly a 12-month window (about 3 months back and 9 months forward). It is built from real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, accumulated into a price history for each departure date. Rather than weighting all of that history equally, we apply exponential time decay so recent prices dominate — a price seen yesterday counts almost in full, one from about a month ago roughly a third, and prices from a few months back very little — giving a figure that tracks today's market instead of a stale long-run average. Clear price outliers are removed before any calculation, departure dates with no observations are filled in from nearby dates, and the resulting curve is lightly smoothed so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.", "toolsUsed": ["seasonal_prices"]}, "q5": {"question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Cairo to Washington?", "answer": "For flights from Cairo to Washington, the best fares are typically found when booking 3 to 6 weeks before departure, with an average price around $1,107 in that window. The absolute lowest fare appears at 180 days out at $1,098, but booking very last minute can push prices to about $1,190. During summer and holiday periods, it's wise to book a bit earlier within that 3-6 week range or even slightly before, as demand can reduce availability and firm up pricing.", "methodology": "This booking-window guidance is built from the same real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, re-grouped by how many days before departure each price was seen (from the departure day out to about 180 days ahead) across the route's price history. At each booking lead time we report the 25th-percentile price — the cheaper end of what travelers were quoted, rather than the rock-bottom minimum (which can be a fluke) or the average (which is pulled up by expensive last-minute fares). The buy-or-wait advice then applies a risk premium that grows as departure approaches, since seat availability shrinks and prices become less predictable; using that adjusted curve we flag windows where waiting is likely to save a meaningful amount (at least $20 or 5%) versus windows where booking now is the better call. Isolated single-day recommendations are filtered out, so the advice only reflects a window that holds for several days in a row. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.", "toolsUsed": ["booking_timing"]}, "q6": {"question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Cairo to Washington?", "answer": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights are available nonstop from Cairo (CAI) to Washington Dulles (IAD). EgyptAir operates daily red-eyes, with departures around 10:55 PM to 11:55 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. These flights depart late evening and arrive the next morning.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": ["redeye_flights"]}, "q7": {"question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Cairo to Washington?", "answer": "EgyptAir operates the only nonstop service from Cairo to Washington Dulles, with about 10 weekly flights departing on most days, typically late evening. The median fare for these nonstop flights is around $2,079. Other carriers may offer connecting itineraries, but EgyptAir is the sole airline flying this route directly.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": ["route_airlines"]}, "q8": {"question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Cairo and Washington?", "answer": "Common layovers include Istanbul, Frankfurt, London, and Paris. Istanbul offers a relatively direct routing and efficient single‑terminal transfers. Frankfurt and Paris provide extensive onward connections to Washington, often with short layovers. London is frequently used but check if a transit visa is needed based on your nationality. All these hubs help keep total travel time competitive."}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Washington?", "answer": "April to May and September to October offer pleasant temperatures and smaller crowds than summer."}, "q11": {"question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Cairo to Washington?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months beyond your U.S. stay, a valid U.S. visa or ESTA authorization, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage. Check if vaccination certificates are currently required for entry."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in Washington?", "answer": "Reagan National is closest to central Washington and ideal for domestic trips, while Dulles is the primary international gateway. Baltimore‑Washington is farther but offers additional low‑cost and international options."}, "q14": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Washington airport?", "answer": "Washington Dulles Airport has a Sleepbox Lounge with 16 sound-proof rooms located airside, though it is not a traditional hotel. The Washington Dulles Airport Marriott is on airport grounds and connected by a free shuttle that runs every 15 minutes. Several other nearby hotels are within a 12-minute drive and also offer shuttle service.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/washington-dulles-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Washington Dulles Airport Guide (IAD) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-08T21:11:21Z"}, {"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/sleep-guide/sleeping-in-washington-dulles-airport.htm", "title": "Sleeping in Washington Dulles Airport", "time_published": "2024-09-12T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/iadap-washington-dulles-airport-marriott/overview/?scid=d2406702-e8ea-4b45-bb9b-69", "title": "Hotel near IAD Airport | Washington Dulles Airport Marriott", "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/iadap-washington-dulles-airport-marriott/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0", "title": "Hotel near IAD Airport | Washington Dulles Airport Marriott", "time_published": "2024-10-11T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.flydulles.com/", "title": "Official Website of Washington Dulles International Airport - IAD", "favicon": "https://www.flydulles.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-07-17T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.airportsdata.net/airport-IAD-accommodation/", "title": "Sleeping at Dulles airport - Washington D.C.", "time_published": "2025-12-01T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q15": {"question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Washington Intl Airport?", "answer": "Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) has currency exchange offices and an interfaith chapel, both listed under its services and amenities. Free Wi‑Fi is also available throughout the terminal. Exact terminal locations aren’t specified in the current information, but these facilities are generally accessible in the main terminal and concourses.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://www.flydulles.com/dulles-international-airport-nominated-2024-usa-todays-10best-shopping-large-airport-lounge", "title": "Dulles International Airport Nominated for 2024 USA Today’s ‘10Best’ Shopping, Large Airport & Lounge | flydulles.com", "time_published": "2022-03-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://flydulles.com/about-dulles-international", "title": "flydulles.com - About Dulles International", "time_published": "2022-03-01T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://mwaa.com/iad-rfi", "title": "mwaa.com - US DOT Request for Information to Revitalize Washington Dulles International Airport", "favicon": "https://mwaa.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico"}, {"url": "https://mwaa.com/alert/rfi-revitalize-dulles-international-airport", "title": "mwaa.com - US DOT Request for Information to Revitalize Washington Dulles International Airport", "favicon": "https://mwaa.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dulles%20International%20Airport", "title": "Dulles International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T14:07:38Z"}]}, "q17": {"question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Cairo to Washington?", "answer": "The most common aircraft on the Cairo to Washington route is the Boeing 787-9, which operates nonstop on EgyptAir. For connecting itineraries, the Boeing 777 and 777-300ER appear frequently via London Heathrow and Frankfurt on British Airways and United, while the Airbus A380-800 is common via Dubai on Emirates and via Munich on Lufthansa; the Airbus A350-900 also appears via Paris on Air France. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but these widebody types dominate the long-haul legs. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these modern aircraft, though specifics depend on the carrier and day of travel.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": ["route_aircraft"]}, "q20": {"question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Cairo?", "answer": "Cairo International Airport has several lounge options across its terminals. The CAC Lounge by Plaza Premium Lounge & EAS is available in Terminals 1, 2, 3E, and 3S, and can be accessed with a Priority Pass, certain credit cards, or a day pass (with a typical two-hour max stay). Terminal 2 also houses the Ahlein Premium Lounge and the Ahlein-Emerald Lounge, both operating 24/7 and bookable via programs like LoungeKey or for a fee. Emirates operates its own dedicated lounge in Terminal 2 (Level 2) for First and Business Class passengers and Skywards Platinum and Gold members, featuring seating for up to 152 guests and complimentary dining.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CAI", "title": "American Express Lounges at Cairo International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-05-02T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CAI", "title": "American Express Lounges at Cairo International Airport | Amex GB", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png"}, {"url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/egypt/cairo-international/cai24-cac-lounge-by-plaza-premium-lounge-and-eas", "title": "CAC Lounge by Plaza Premium Lounge & EAS CAI AIRPORT Terminal 3 Cairo International | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/egypt/cairo-international", "title": "Cairo International Airport CAI Lounges - CAI Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://www.emirates.com/media-centre/emirates-opens-first-dedicated-airport-lounge-in-cairo", "title": "Emirates Opens First Dedicated Airport Lounge in Cairo", "time_published": "2018-07-12T06:18:33Z"}]}, "q21": {"question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Cairo to Washington?", "answer": "Baggage rules vary by airline and fare class. Basic economy often excludes a free checked bag; standard international economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins allow more."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Cairo to Washington?", "answer": "Flights from Cairo to Washington usually offer Economy and flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is available on select airlines, while First class is uncommon."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; fully flexible and premium-cabin tickets may allow same-day changes or standby, while restricted economy fares typically do not."}}}}