{ "response": { "Key": "JFK-CAI", "orig": { "code": "JFK", "type": "airport", "city": "New York City", "fullCity": "New York City, New York", "airport": "John F Kennedy 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 New York City to Cairo?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from New York (JFK) to Cairo (CAI) typically takes about 10 hours 30 minutes. With a layover, total travel time often ranges from 13 to 16 hours depending on the connection city. Return flights are usually 30 minutes to an hour longer due to prevailing winds." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from New York City to Cairo?", "answer": "EgyptAir flies nonstop from JFK to Cairo with two daily departures, operating every day of the week. Typical fares run around $1,017, and the flight takes roughly 10 to 11 hours.", "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" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from New York City to Cairo?", "answer": "Yes, visa requirements apply for travel from New York City to Cairo. U.S. citizens must obtain a visa before arrival; you can apply for an e-visa online or get a visa on arrival at Cairo International Airport. Egyptian citizens need a valid U.S. visa to travel from Cairo to New York City, as they are not eligible for the Visa Waiver Program. Other nationalities should check both Egyptian and U.S. entry requirements based on their citizenship." }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Cairo?", "answer": "Cairo International Airport (CAI) is about 22 km northeast of downtown. The fastest option is a taxi or ride‑hailing app (Uber, Careem, etc.), which takes 30–60 minutes depending on traffic. An airport shuttle bus runs to several city stops, while public buses are very cheap but slow and crowded. A metro line does not serve the airport directly, so most visitors use taxis or ride‑shares for the door‑to‑door convenience.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Cairo", "title": "Transport in Cairo", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-04-27T17:21:32Z" }, { "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" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/El%20Cairo%20Airport", "title": "El Cairo Airport", "time_published": "2023-03-09T20:05:13Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cairo_Metro", "title": "Cairo Metro", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-18T16:48:52Z" } ] }, "q4": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Cairo?", "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from New York City to Cairo is April, September, and October, with average fares around $698 to $764. The most expensive months are March, December, and February, where average prices range from $809 to $839.", "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.", "toolsUsed": [ "seasonal_prices" ] }, "q5": { "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from New York City to Cairo?", "answer": "For flights from New York JFK to Cairo, the sweet spot is booking 5–25 days ahead, with average fares around $901 and the very lowest price at $895 about 5 days before departure. Prices are fairly stable year-round, but booking more than 4 months out tends to be pricier, peaking around $954 at 130 days.", "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.", "toolsUsed": [ "booking_timing" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from New York City to Cairo?", "answer": "No nonstop red‑eye flights operate from New York to Cairo, but connecting overnight itineraries are available. British Airways offers red‑eye departures from JFK and Newark to London Heathrow (LHR) departing between 5:50 PM and 10:40 PM and arriving at LHR between 5:50 AM and 10:35 AM, with onward connections to Cairo. Air France also has red‑eye legs from JFK and Newark to Paris CDG departing 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM and arriving 5:55 AM to 11:10 AM, and ITA Airways offers a JFK–Rome FCO red‑eye departing 5:35 PM or 9:10 PM and arriving 8:15 AM or 11:50 AM.", "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" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between New York City and Cairo?", "answer": "Common layovers include Istanbul, Doha, Frankfurt and London. Istanbul offers a single connection on Turkish Airlines with efficient transfers. Doha provides broad Qatar Airways connections and a compact airport. Frankfurt and London are major European hubs with numerous onward flights to Cairo, though London may require a transit visa depending on your nationality." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from New York City to Cairo?", "answer": "On‑time performance is generally good, though afternoon and evening flights may encounter delays. Early departures, particularly on EgyptAir, tend to be more punctual." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Cairo?", "answer": "October to April offers mild, comfortable weather and avoids the intense summer heat." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from New York City to Cairo?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months beyond arrival, an Egypt e-visa or visa on arrival if eligible, proof of onward travel, a payment method for baggage, and check if vaccination certificates are required." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Cairo?", "answer": "Cairo International Airport is the sole commercial airport serving the city, located about 22 kilometers northeast of downtown. It is the primary hub for EgyptAir and Nile Air, handling all domestic and international flights." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to John F Kennedy Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "The AirTrain connects all terminals to the Jamaica and Howard Beach stations, where you can transfer to the subway (E, J, Z lines) or the Long Island Rail Road for a direct ride into Manhattan; it's the most reliable and cost-effective option, taking about 50–75 minutes total. Taxis offer a flat fare to Manhattan and are available outside every terminal, while ride‑share services like Uber and Lyft have designated pickup areas and vary in price. Shared shuttle vans and private car services provide door‑to‑door convenience at a moderate cost, and driving yourself is possible with on‑airport parking and rental cars accessible via the AirTrain, though traffic can be heavy.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "http://jfkairport.com/transportation", "title": "Transportation Options - JFK Airport", "favicon": "http://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-12-23T18:54:39Z" }, { "url": "https://jfkairport.com/transportation/ride-share-services", "title": "Ride Share Information - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-11-07T16:18:43Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=97218&diff=1343981798&oldid=1343041901&title=John_F._Kennedy_International_Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport: Difference between revisions", "time_published": "2026-03-17T15:31:18Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T21:30:04Z" }, { "url": "https://portfolio.panynj.gov/2015/12/15/jfk-five-things-ok-technically-six-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-john-f-kennedy-international-airport/", "title": "JFK: Five Things (OK, Technically Six Things) You Probably Didn’t Know About John F. Kennedy International Airport |", "time_published": "2015-12-15T15:00:57Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Cairo airport?", "answer": "Cairo Airport has a 350-room Le Méridien hotel directly connected to Terminal 3 via a covered pedestrian bridge, so no shuttle is needed. There are no capsule hotels or sleep pods inside the terminals, but landside benches in Terminal 3's Level 3 and Zone H offer some rest options. Other nearby hotels like the Novotel Cairo Airport are a short shuttle ride away for additional choices.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "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", "title": "Cairo Airport Reviews (CAI) – Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2025-04-21T13:48:24Z" }, { "url": "https://all.accor.com/a/en/destination/city/hotels-cairo-v4724.html", "title": "Discover Hotels in Cairo | Book at ALL.com", "time_published": "2025-01-20T00:00:00Z" }, { "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" }, { "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", "title": "Cairo Airport Lounges (CAI) – Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Cairo?", "answer": "The nonstop service from New York JFK to Cairo is operated by EgyptAir using an Airbus A350-900. On connecting itineraries, the most common long-haul aircraft are the Boeing 777-300ER (via Paris CDG on Air France, via London Heathrow on British Airways, or via Doha on Qatar Airways) and the Boeing 777 (via London Heathrow on British Airways or via Doha on Qatar Airways), with the Airbus A350-900 also appearing on Air France connections via Paris. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these long‑haul jets.", "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 New York City?", "answer": "John F. Kennedy International Airport offers a wide range of lounges across its terminals. In Terminal 1, you'll find the Lufthansa Senator and Business Lounges, an Air France Lounge with Clarins spa treatments, a Turkish Airlines Lounge, a Korean Air KAL Business Class Lounge, the Primeclass Lounge, and the VIP ONE Lounge. Terminal 4 houses two Delta Sky Clubs (Concourses A and B), the Centurion Lounge, the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, the Air India Lounge, and the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club with Etihad Airways. Access generally depends on your ticket class, elite status, or lounge membership programs like Priority Pass, and many offer day passes for purchase.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/JFK", "title": "American Express Lounges at John F. 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Higher fare classes may offer additional bags." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from New York City to Cairo?", "answer": "Flights from New York City to Cairo typically offer Economy and flat-bed Business class, with Premium Economy available on select airlines." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare class; flexible and premium tickets generally offer same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy usually does not." } } } }