Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to New York: what you need to know
Approximately 10 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to New York.
New York is seven hours behind Cairo, where Cairo International Airport is located. New York runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
The busiest route is from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). There are seven services every week between these two airports. EgyptAir offers a 04:10 departure between CAI and JFK.
Give yourself enough time to get on your CAI to New York flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct Cairo International Airport to New York ticket. Begin your trip at CAI and arrive at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Book your favourite seat with EgyptAir. This airline operates direct flights from Cairo International Airport to New York.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from CAI to New York with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Cairo to CAI takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to New York? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAI:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cairo International Airport, data shows 65% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to New York
The best price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to New York flight is R 6,065. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,293. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from CAI to New York if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near JFK if you're coming in on a late flight from Cairo International Airport to New York. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks before your flight from CAI to New York.
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Central New York is around 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). After your flight from Cairo International Airport to New York has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
There are some great places to drop your things at near EWR. Settle in and get cosy after your CAI to New York flight at any of these well-located options:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at EWR can land you a better rate.
The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Cairo International Airport to New York has touched down. Central New York is about 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 55 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, head for a hotel near LGA. Settle in at one of these options after your CAI to New York flight:
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your vehicle from LGA two weeks before your flight from Cairo International Airport to New York to access the best deals.
New York LaGuardia Airport's official address is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to New York. July is the most popular month to visit New York. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
Book a Cairo International Airport to New York plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CAI to New York around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in New York right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Cairo International Airport to New York:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are leading attractions which should feature on any good New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres southwest of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres northeast of New York. No journey is complete without dropping by Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.