Flights from New York Airport (JFK) to Cairo International Airport Airport (CAI)

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Returns from £801.17

One-way from £429.37

Flight from John F Kennedy International to Cairo International are only operated by one airliner – EgyptAir. The flight from John F Kennedy International to Cairo International is approximately 9,016 Kilometers which is 5,602 Miles. You should expect a flight time of around 11 Hours 24 Minutes.

The cost of ticket prices to Cairo International Egypt can vary quite considerably if you travel at certain times of the week especially at weekends. To obtain the best prices for Cairo International flights than book well in advance. Flight to Cairo International will get more expensive the nearer you get the departure date, so it’s advisable to book in advance if it is possible.

The time zone at Cairo International is different from John F Kennedy International , so please be aware of this when making travel arrangements.

To see all airliners that offer flights between John F Kennedy International and Cairo International please see the table below.

Flights Chart
AirlinerMoTuWeThFrSaSuFirst FlightLast FlightFlights
EgyptAir111111105:5512:45VIEW FLIGHTS

The most direct flights are offered by EgyptAir but they only offer 1 flight per week. This flight departs 05:55 and goes by the flight number MS986

If you would like to find out more information on availably, flight times or if you would like to book your flight, you can visit EgyptAir direct at egyptair.com.eg.

The flight time for the selected route vary based on the month you will travel, but below we has summarised the most common times they will fly. We recommend you only take these times as guidance and check with appropriate airline for the exact times for the date you depart.

Flights Time In WeekDays
DayFlight TimesFlights
Monday
05:55
AirlineFlight  No
EgyptAirMS986
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Tuesday
12:45
AirlineFlight  No
EgyptAirMS986
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Wednesday
05:55
AirlineFlight  No
EgyptAirMS986
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Thursday
12:45
AirlineFlight  No
EgyptAirMS986
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Friday
12:45
AirlineFlight  No
EgyptAirMS986
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Saturday
12:45
AirlineFlight  No
EgyptAirMS986
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Sunday
12:45
AirlineFlight  No
EgyptAirMS986
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If the airlines stated don’t offer flights that suite your travel times, you could look at alternative options. Below we have summarised flights from alternative departures airports and flights that are not direct.

Alternative Direct Routes
RouteStopsDistanceFlying Time
Newark to Cairo 011 Hours 26 Minutes

A useful tip to save money to exchange money before you go, or go to a bureau de change outside of the airport when you arrive. The exchange rate within the airport are not very good so try to avoid changing money their if you can.

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Flight Price FAQ - New York (JFK) to Cairo (CAI)

DIRECT EgyptAir
What is the cheapest direct flight one way from New York JFK to Cairo CAI?
The cheapest direct flight one way from New York JFK to Cairo CAI is £429.37 ($537 €516.73)
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What is the cheapest direct return flight from New York JFK to Cairo CAI?
The cheapest direct return flight from New York JFK to Cairo CAI is £801.17 ($1002 €964.17)
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What is the cheapest flight one way from New York JFK to Cairo CAI?
The cheapest flight one way from New York JFK to Cairo CAI is £209.49 ($262 €252.11)
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What is the cheapest return flight from New York JFK to Cairo CAI?
The cheapest return flight from New York JFK to Cairo CAI is £456.55 ($571 €549.44)
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Flight Info FAQ - New York (JFK) to Cairo (CAI)

Who flies from New York to Cairo?
The following airlines fly from New York (JFK) to Cairo (CAI): EgyptAir.
How far is the flight from New York to Cairo?
The flight from New York to Cairo is 9,016KM or 5,602 miles.
How long does the flight from New York to Cairo to take?
The flight from New York to Cairo takes 11 Hours 24 Minutes.

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