Traveling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
A direct flight from Cairo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport takes on average 11 hours 44 minutes. The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which makes it 6 hours behind Cairo.
Flights from Cairo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport start at 03:30 — the first with EgyptAir. The last departure is the 14:35 option with EgyptAir. In total, you can take your pick of 10 weekly services between CAI and JFK.
Popular months like August or vacation times such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Getting to New York (and then exploring more of United States!) is straightforward with EgyptAir. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Cairo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Cairo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the most popular stopovers between CAI and JFK:
London Heathrow Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter United States. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements change often. Before booking your cheap ticket from CAI to JFK, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is C$406. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$849. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flight tickets from CAI to JFK, book your journey 9 months before your departure date.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Cairo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Located around 21 kilometres from the center of Cairo, Cairo International Airport can be reached in approximately 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near CAI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Cairo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near JFK:
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport to the center of New York takes about 48 minutes in a car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit New York. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Cairo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you'd like to go to New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAI to JFK in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 8ºC then.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from CAI to JFK, explore our hotel options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are highlights which should feature on every New York itinerary.
Explore your options for jetting into Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA). They're alternative international airports that'll get you to and from New York.
Complete your New York trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to John F. Kennedy International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your New York getaway.