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    "Key": "CAI-JED",
    "orig": {
      "code": "CAI",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cairo",
      "fullCity": "Cairo, Egypt",
      "airport": "Cairo Intl Airport"
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      "code": "JED",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Jeddah",
      "fullCity": "Jeddah, Saudi Arabia",
      "airport": "King Abdulaziz Intl Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Cairo to Jeddah?",
        "answer": "The flight from Cairo to Jeddah is about 760 miles. The typical nonstop flight time is 2 hours and 10 minutes, and the return flight also takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes.",
        "methodology": "Flight times and distances come 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). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.",
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      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Cairo to Jeddah?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are abundant non‑stop flights from Cairo (CAI) to Jeddah (JED). Eight airlines operate the route — EgyptAir (MS), Saudia (SV), flynas (XY), Air Cairo (SM), flyadeal (F3), Nesma Airlines (NE), Nile Air (NP), and Air Arabia Egypt (E5) — with a combined total of over 700 weekly departures. All carriers run daily service, so flights are available every day of the week at nearly any hour.",
        "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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      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Jeddah?",
        "answer": "King Abdulaziz International Airport connects to Jeddah city center primarily by taxi and the Haramain High Speed Railway, whose Airport–Jeddah station sits inside Terminal 1 and offers fast, reliable links toward downtown Jeddah as well as Mecca and Medina. Ride-hailing apps and car rentals are also available at the airport, though taxis remain the most commonly used option for direct, door-to-door trips. The high-speed train is the fastest fixed-link choice for reaching the central Al-Sulimaniyah station area, while taxis provide the most flexible service.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jiddah_International_Airport",
            "title": "King Abdulaziz International Airport - Wikipedia",
            "time_published": "2026-03-12T07:01:44Z"
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          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_Abdulaziz_Port",
            "title": "King Abdulaziz Port",
            "time_published": "2026-06-24T12:36:17Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_Abdulaziz_Air_Base",
            "title": "King Abdulaziz Air Base",
            "time_published": "2026-07-19T20:07:34Z"
          }
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Cairo to Jeddah?",
        "answer": "Overnight red‑eye flights are widely available from Cairo to Jeddah, with seven carriers offering nonstop red‑eyes. The typical departure window runs from about 9:00 PM to 11:55 PM. Arrival times vary by flight, but since the route is short (roughly two hours), most red‑eyes land the same night before midnight — only a few of the latest departures arrive in the very early hours just after midnight.",
        "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 Cairo to Jeddah?",
        "answer": "EgyptAir, Saudia, Flynas, Air Cairo, Flyadeal, Nesma Airlines, Nile Air, and Air Arabia Egypt all operate non‑stop flights from Cairo to Jeddah. EgyptAir offers around 198 weekly flights, Saudia about 186, Flynas roughly 102, Air Cairo around 89, Flyadeal about 70, Nesma Airlines approximately 42, Nile Air roughly 21, and Air Arabia Egypt around 14. Specific per‑carrier median fares are not provided in the schedule data.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come 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 typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of 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 Cairo and Jeddah?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities between Cairo and Jeddah include Riyadh, Doha, and Dubai. Riyadh offers the shortest detour with efficient domestic connections. Doha and Dubai provide broad networks, smooth transfers, and visa-free transit for many nationalities, keeping total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Jeddah?",
        "answer": "November to March offers the most comfortable temperatures, avoiding the extreme summer heat, with pleasant evenings and fewer visitors outside of Hajj season."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Cairo to Jeddah?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, a Saudi visa or eVisa, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage, and a meningitis vaccination certificate if traveling for Hajj or Umrah."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Jeddah?",
        "answer": "Jeddah has one main airport, King Abdulaziz International Airport, which serves all commercial flights and is located about 19 km north of the city centre."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Cairo Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "Cairo International Airport is about 15 km northeast of the city center and is most easily reached by ride‑share apps like Uber or Careem, which have become the most popular option thanks to fixed pricing and air conditioning. The Cairo Airport Shuttle Bus runs across the city and is the main public transport link, while the metro’s Line 3 ends at Adly Mansour station with a connecting shuttle to the airport. Metered white taxis exist but are less reliable, and driving yourself is possible via the ring road though parking at the terminals is limited and traffic can be heavy.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cairo_International_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-14T22:58:56Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Cairo",
            "title": "Transport in Cairo",
            "time_published": "2026-04-27T17:21:32Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cairo_Light_Rail_Transit",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-15T09:45:15Z"
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            "title": "List of Cairo Metro stations",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-15T23:13:01Z"
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            "title": "Capital International Airport (Egypt)",
            "time_published": "2026-07-06T09:42:01Z"
          }
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Jeddah airport?",
        "answer": "Yes, there is an on-site transit hotel at Jeddah airport: the Aerotel Transit Hotel, located inside Terminal 1 in the transit area next to the Duty Free. It offers private rooms with showers and beds for international departing and connecting passengers. Several other hotels are nearby, including Donatello Hotel Jeddah, Best Western Plus, and Clarion Hotel.",
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/reviews/jeddah-airport-reviews.htm",
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            "time_published": "2018-08-08T19:23:22Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/saudi-arabia/jeddah/activities/jeddah_to_jeddah_king_abdulaziz_airport_jed_departure_transfer-X7HYYA?property=JEDSI",
            "title": "Jeddah to Jeddah King Abdulaziz Airport(JED) - Departure Transfer",
            "time_published": "2026-02-25T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/kr/ko/jeddah/jedpr/hoteldetail",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at King Abdulaziz Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "King Abdulaziz International Airport offers prayer rooms: the Hajj Terminal includes a mosque within its open-air complex, and the airport overall is designed to accommodate Islamic worship. Currency exchange offices and Wi‑Fi are not mentioned in the available information about the airport. The Hajj Terminal also features a souk (market) and other passenger amenities, but specific locations for currency exchange or free Wi‑Fi are not detailed.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-22T18:48:19Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hajj_Terminal",
            "title": "Hajj Terminal",
            "time_published": "2026-07-29T06:02:49Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2026-09-16T01:15:18Z"
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      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Cairo and Jeddah airports?",
        "answer": "The available airport reference articles for Cairo International Airport (CAI) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) do not include specific information on mobility assistance services, programs for travelers with disabilities, or children’s play areas at either airport. Both airports are major international hubs, and travelers requiring special assistance are generally advised to contact their airline or the airport’s passenger services at least 48 hours before departure to arrange wheelchair support, escort services, or other accommodations.",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-06T09:42:01Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sphinx_International_Airport",
            "title": "Sphinx International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-14T15:20:49Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-06-24T12:36:17Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Cairo to Jeddah?",
        "answer": "EgyptAir operates the route most heavily, flying Airbus A330 family aircraft and Boeing 737-800s. Saudia uses Airbus A330 family and A320 family aircraft, flynas flies Airbus A320neos, and other carriers including Air Cairo, Nesma Airlines, Nile Air, Air Arabia Egypt, and Sky Vision Airlines operate Airbus A320s or A321s.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types come 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). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.",
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Cairo to Jeddah?",
        "answer": "The nonstop carriers from Cairo to Jeddah are EgyptAir (MS, Star Alliance), Saudia (SV, SkyTeam), flynas (XY), Air Cairo (SM), flyadeal (F3), Nesma Airlines (NE), Nile Air (NP), and Air Arabia Egypt (E5). Saudia is the SkyTeam member on this route, while EgyptAir represents Star Alliance; oneworld has no nonstop presence here. Among the remaining airlines, flynas, Air Cairo, flyadeal, Nesma Airlines, Nile Air, and Air Arabia Egypt are all unaffiliated with any 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.",
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Cairo?",
        "answer": "Cairo International Airport offers several lounge options across its terminals, including the AHLEIN Premium Lounge and AHLEIN Emerald Lounge in Terminal 2, as well as the CAC Lounge by Plaza Premium Lounge & EAS in Terminals 1, 2, and 3. The AHLEIN Premium Lounge provides air conditioning, a children's play area, disabled access, flight information, and a smoking area, with a maximum stay of three hours and access to VIP rooms and showers subject to payment. Emirates also operates a dedicated lounge in Terminal 2 for First Class, Business Class, and Skywards Platinum and Gold members.",
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/it-IT/lounges/egypt/cairo-international",
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            "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"
          },
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-hk/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CAI",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Cairo to Jeddah?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on Cairo to Jeddah flights varies by airline and fare. Basic economy tickets are often restrictive and may not include a checked bag. Standard international economy fares typically include one checked bag and a carry‑on, but always verify with your airline."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Cairo to Jeddah?",
        "answer": "On the short Cairo–Jeddah route you usually find Economy and angle‑flat or recliner Business class; true flat‑bed Business is uncommon and Premium Economy is generally not offered."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and higher cabins typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while the cheapest fares rarely do."
      }
    }
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