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Cheap flights from New York to Cairo from £278

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — CAI
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Cairo are usually found in February or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 August 2026.

Wed 16/915:00
JFK
-
CAI
1 stop17h 35m
Gulf Air
Sat 24/1016:55
CAI
-
JFK
1 stop23h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 30/7£565
Fri 7/815:00
JFK
-
CAI
1 stop30h 30m
Gulf Air
Tue 15/905:30
CAI
-
JFK
1 stop35h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 29/7£568
Fri 11/913:15
JFK
-
CAI
2 stops29h 15m
Delta
Wed 14/1003:25
CAI
-
JFK
1 stop19h 25m
Delta
Deal found 28/7£571
Mon 21/900:25
EWR
-
CAI
1 stop25h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 3/1022:15
CAI
-
EWR
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/7£572
Wed 25/1111:55
JFK
-
CAI
1 stop32h 40m
Gulf Air
Mon 11/104:20
CAI
-
JFK
1 stop35h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 1/8£572
Thu 19/1101:00
JFK
-
CAI
1 stop17h 25m
Delta
Sat 5/1203:25
CAI
-
JFK
2 stops25h 34m
Delta
Deal found 27/7£574
Fri 11/916:00
LGA
-
CAI
2 stops26h 30m
Delta
Thu 17/903:25
CAI
-
LGA
2 stops24h 52m
Delta
Deal found 27/7£576
Tue 22/917:05
LGA
-
CAI
2 stops25h 25m
Delta
Fri 2/1003:25
CAI
-
LGA
2 stops22h 07m
Delta
Deal found 27/7£578
Fri 11/917:25
JFK
-
CAI
2 stops25h 05m
Delta
Thu 17/903:25
CAI
-
JFK
2 stops26h 27m
Delta
Deal found 27/7£578
Wed 4/1111:55
JFK
-
CAI
1 stop19h 45m
Gulf Air
Fri 13/1104:20
CAI
-
JFK
1 stop35h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 29/7£579
Wed 11/1111:55
JFK
-
CAI
1 stop32h 40m
Gulf Air
Sat 17/404:15
CAI
-
JFK
1 stop36h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 28/7£580
Sun 18/1015:00
JFK
-
CAI
1 stop30h 30m
Gulf Air
Wed 18/1104:20
CAI
-
JFK
1 stop35h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 30/7£580

Find flight deals from New York to Cairo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Cairo (CAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£565

One-way from

£278

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£672
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 16/9-24/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 20m total
  • New York to Cairo
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 21/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 30m total
  • New York to Cairo
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New YorkCairo

JFK - CAI

JFKCAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/12

13:15-01:25

2 stops29h 10m

Cairo

Sat 12/12

03:40-21:59

2 stops25h 19m

£587

NewarkCairo

EWR - CAI

EWRCAI

Newark

Fri 18/9

23:55-01:30

1 stop18h 35m

Cairo

Sat 26/9

03:25-14:45

1 stop18h 20m

£597

NewarkCairo

EWR - CAI

EWRCAI

Newark

Mon 14/9

23:55-01:30

1 stop18h 35m

Cairo

Sun 20/9

03:25-14:45

1 stop18h 20m

£597

NewarkCairo

EWR - CAI

EWRCAI

Newark

Mon 14/9

09:48-01:30

2 stops32h 42m

Cairo

Tue 29/9

03:25-14:45

1 stop18h 20m

£600

New YorkCairo

JFK - CAI

JFKCAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 15/9

17:25-01:30

2 stops25h 05m

Cairo

Wed 14/10

03:25-11:57

1 stop15h 32m

£600

NewarkCairo

EWR - CAI

EWRCAI

Newark

Wed 16/9

15:00-01:30

2 stops27h 30m

Cairo

Tue 29/9

03:25-14:45

1 stop18h 20m

£601

New YorkCairo

JFK - CAI

JFKCAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/10

14:24-01:30

2 stops28h 06m

Cairo

Sat 10/10

03:25-18:45

1 stop22h 20m

£601

New YorkCairo

LGA - CAI

LGACAI

New York LaGuardia

Wed 27/1

12:00-00:10

2 stops29h 10m

Cairo

Tue 2/3

02:10-21:29

2 stops26h 19m

£602

New YorkCairo

JFK - CAI

JFKCAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 16/9

19:00-00:30

1 stop22h 30m

Cairo

Mon 28/9

04:25-14:45

1 stop17h 20m

£606

New YorkCairo

JFK - CAI

JFKCAI

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 19/9

12:00-14:35

1 stop19h 35m

Cairo

Wed 30/9

04:25-14:45

1 stop17h 20m

£606

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Cairo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Cairo

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Cairo?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Cairo (average of £545). Flying from New York to Cairo in June is currently the most expensive (average of £821). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 August 2026.

When flying from New York to Cairo, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Cairo

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Cairo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 1 August 2026.

The most flights from NYC to CAI are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Cairo?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
New York to Cairo flights typically cost between £576 and £817 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £565 on Gulf Air (16 Sept–24 Oct).

How often are flights from New York to Cairo delayed?

About 60% of weekly flights between New York and Cairo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 217 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Cairo flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Cairo flights?

Over the past year, Egyptair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 60% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Cairo?

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Cairo may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Cairo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairo from New York?

    Cairo (CAI), located 11.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York to Cairo. 1 airline have flights to Cairo from New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York to Cairo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from New York per day.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Cairo?

    A quick flight from New York to Cairo can take about 17h 35m. Gulf Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £565. The distance between New York and Cairo is about 5599 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Cairo round-trip?

    Egyptair, at £601, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Cairo.. Egyptair is 6% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Cairo?

    Most travelers choose New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cairo, Newark - Cairo or New York LaGuardia - Cairo when deciding on the best route from New York to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Cairo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Cairo?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Cairo (average of £545). Flying from New York to Cairo in June is currently the most expensive (average of £821). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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