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Flight deals from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,450. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cairo.R 4,527 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,527, select.

Cairo.R 4,725 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,725, select.

Cairo.R 5,353 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,353, select.

Cairo.R 5,650 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,650, select.

Cairo.R 5,783 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,783, select.

Cairo.R 5,891 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,891, select.

Cairo.R 5,893 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,893, select.

Cairo.R 5,893 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,893, select.

Cairo.R 6,263 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Royal Jordanian.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Jordanian, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,263, select.

Cairo.R 6,607 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 18 Apr, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,607, select.

Cairo.R 7,403 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,403, select.

Cairo.R 7,941 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,941, select.

Cairo.R 8,217 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,217, select.

Cairo.R 8,681 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,681, select.

Cairo.R 9,004 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,004, select.

Cairo.R 9,005 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Jul.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 2 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,005, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo

New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairo.

Cairo

15km from central Cairo

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from R 4,527

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Sphinx International

37km from central Cairo

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from R 4,240

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New York to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 4,527
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	10 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airline	EgyptAir
Average flights per week	8

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo is R 10,388. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo?

10 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo.

Which airlines fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo?

EgyptAir flies direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo.

How many flights are there a week from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo?

As of July 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo?

The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Cairo is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport on Sunday, 8 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 20 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cairo?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cairo?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo with?

Currently, Gulf Air and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 20 minutes.
Cairo is seven hours ahead of New York and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Take your pick of seven weekly New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport flights. The 12:45 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight you can take. EgyptAir operates the latest service of the day at 14:55.
Your JFK to CAI flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
EgyptAir has direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if your schedule allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is EgyptAir.
Among carriers operating JFK to CAI flights, EgyptAir has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JFK and CAI include:
- Istanbul Airport
- London Heathrow Airport
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Cairo Airport (CAI)

Right now, R 4,527 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,388. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from JFK to CAI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from JFK to CAI.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport.

Handy information about New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)

You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Of all flights leaving New York John F. Kennedy Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central New York to New York John F. Kennedy Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near JFK:

Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)

The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cairo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and venture far and wide through Cairo and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Cairo Airport about one week before you set off.

Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

Cairo Airport to the centre of Cairo has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.

When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)

August is the busiest month for flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Cairo in March.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.

Explore more of Egypt

Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Port Said is another favourite destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No journey is complete without experiencing Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.