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    "Key": "JED-CAI",
    "orig": {
      "code": "JED",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Jeddah",
      "fullCity": "Jeddah, Saudi Arabia",
      "airport": "King Abdulaziz Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "CAI",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cairo",
      "fullCity": "Cairo, Egypt",
      "airport": "Cairo Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Jeddah to Cairo?",
        "answer": "A direct flight from Jeddah (JED) to Cairo (CAI) typically takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. Return flights from Cairo to Jeddah are slightly shorter, usually around 2 hours 5 minutes. Layover flights, often via Riyadh or Dubai, can extend total travel time to 5–8 hours."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Jeddah to Cairo?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are abundant non‑stop flights from Jeddah to Cairo. Saudia (SV), EgyptAir (MS), Air Cairo (SM), flynas (XY), Flyadeal (F3), Nesma Airlines (NE), Nile Air (NP), and Air Arabia Egypt (E5) all operate the route daily, with a combined total of well over 400 weekly flights.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Jeddah to Cairo?",
        "answer": "Yes, visa requirements apply when traveling from Jeddah to Cairo. Saudi nationals can obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt or apply for an e-Visa before travel. Egyptian nationals do not need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. For other nationalities, requirements vary; many can get an e-Visa or visa on arrival for Egypt, while Saudi Arabia offers e-Visas and visas on arrival for eligible countries."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Cairo?",
        "answer": "From Cairo Airport (CAI), taxis and ride‑share (Uber, Careem) are the fastest and most‑used options; a trip to the city center takes 30–60 minutes depending on traffic. Public buses run but are slower and less comfortable. There is no direct metro link from the airport itself, though the Cairo Metro network is extensive once you reach the city. Car rentals are available at the terminal but are not recommended for first‑time visitors due to heavy congestion.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Cairo",
            "title": "Transport in Cairo",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-27T17:21:32Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Cairo",
            "title": "Transport in Cairo",
            "time_published": "2026-04-27T17:21:32Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/El_Cairo_Airport",
            "title": "El Cairo Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-06T01:39:30Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/El%20Cairo%20Airport",
            "title": "El Cairo Airport",
            "time_published": "2023-03-09T20:05:13Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cairo_Metro",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-18T16:48:52Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Jeddah to Cairo?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights are available from Jeddah to Cairo. Multiple carriers operate nonstop red-eyes daily, including EgyptAir (departing at 21:00 and 23:00), Saudia (21:20, 22:20, and 23:10), flyadeal (21:20 and 23:20), Flynas (22:15), Air Cairo (various between 22:15 and 23:30 on select days), and Nesma Airlines (21:40 and 22:05 on select days). These late-evening departures are short hops of about two hours, so they land in Cairo the same night rather than 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.",
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      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Jeddah to Cairo?",
        "answer": "Several airlines operate nonstop from Jeddah to Cairo. Saudia (SV) leads with 128 weekly flights, EgyptAir (MS) follows with 120, and Air Cairo (SM) has 62. Flyadeal (XY) operates 53 weekly flights, Flynas (F3) has 36, Nesma Airlines (NE) 27, Nile Air (NP) 11, and Air Arabia Egypt (E5) 7. Fares for this route are not available in the current data, so specific per-carrier medians cannot be stated.",
        "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.",
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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Jeddah and Cairo?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Riyadh, Doha, and Dubai, offering frequent connections and efficient transfer processes. Riyadh is a domestic hub with short flights, while Doha and Dubai provide modern airports and visa-free transit for many nationalities, keeping total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q9": {
        "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Jeddah to Cairo?",
        "answer": "On‑time reliability varies, with afternoon and evening flights more prone to delays. Early morning departures, particularly on Saudia and EgyptAir, tend to have better punctuality."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Cairo?",
        "answer": "October to April offers mild, comfortable weather and fewer crowds than peak summer."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Jeddah to Cairo?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, any required visa or Egypt e-visa, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage and any vaccination certificates if required."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Cairo?",
        "answer": "Cairo International Airport is the sole commercial airport serving Cairo. It is located about 22 km northeast of downtown, offers connections to the Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum, and hosts EgyptAir as well as major international carriers."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Cairo airport?",
        "answer": "Cairo Airport (CAI) has a 350-room Le Méridien hotel directly connected to Terminal 3 via a covered pedestrian bridge, so no shuttle is needed. There are also other nearby hotels like the Novotel Cairo Airport that are a short shuttle ride away. No capsule hotels or sleeping pods are mentioned inside the terminals, but Terminal 3’s landside Level 3 and Zone H offer padded benches for resting.",
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/cairo-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Cairo Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2025-08-13T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/reviews/cairo-airport-reviews.htm",
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://all.accor.com/a/en/destination/city/hotels-cairo-v4724.html",
            "title": "Discover Hotels in Cairo | Book at ALL.com",
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            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/caiam-le-meridien-cairo-airport/overview/?EM=DNM_LEMERIDIENCAIROAIRPORT.COM",
            "title": "Le Méridien Cairo Airport - Hotel Connected To Terminal 3 of CAI",
            "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/africa/egypt/cairo/activities/cairo_international_airport_cai_to_cairo_hotels_round_trip_private_transfer-XFF95T?property=CAIBR",
            "title": "Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Cairo hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer",
            "time_published": "2026-04-08T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/lounges/cairo-airport-lounges.htm",
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      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Jeddah to Cairo?",
        "answer": "On the Jeddah to Cairo route, the most common aircraft are the Airbus A330 (including the A330-300 variant) and the Airbus A320 and A321 families, with the Boeing 737-800 also appearing regularly. The exact aircraft varies by airline and day, but these widebody and narrowbody types dominate the nonstop service. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these aircraft, though specific features depend on the carrier and configuration.",
        "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": [
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Jeddah to Cairo?",
        "answer": "SkyTeam (via Saudia) and Star Alliance (via EgyptAir) serve nonstop flights from Jeddah to Cairo. Air Cairo, Flynas, Flyadeal, Nesma Airlines, Nile Air, and Air Arabia Egypt also operate this route but belong to no major global alliance.",
        "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": [
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Jeddah?",
        "answer": "At Jeddah's King Abdulaziz International Airport, departing passengers have several lounge options. Saudia operates a First Class Lounge in the North Terminal and a NaSmiles Lounge for domestic flights in Terminal 1. International travelers in Terminal 1 can access the 24-hour Wellcome Lounge (airside, near Duty Free) with complimentary Wi‑Fi, luggage storage, and prayer rooms, or the Plaza Premium Lounge in the international departures area.",
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            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/saudi-arabia/king-abdulaziz-international",
            "title": "King Abdul Aziz International Airport JED Lounges - JED Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com:443/en-GB/lounges/saudi-arabia/king-abdulaziz-international/jed4-wellcome-lounge",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jiddah_International_Airport",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Jeddah to Cairo?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on Jeddah–Cairo flights depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets are restrictive and may not include a checked bag, while standard international economy fares usually include one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer higher allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Jeddah to Cairo?",
        "answer": "On this short‑haul route you’ll usually find Economy and Business class with standard recliner seats, not flat‑beds; Premium Economy is not common."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible tickets and premium cabins typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares generally do not."
      }
    }
  }
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