Flying from Stewart International Airport (SWF) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of New York.
Your SWF to CAI flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stewart International Airport (SWF) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
463 € is the best price for a one-way Stewart International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 1.338 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from SWF to CAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Stewart International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
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Handy information about Stewart International Airport (SWF)
SWF's address is 1180 1st St.
Stewart International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 83.75% of flights that depart SWF land on time.
To reach Stewart International Airport from central New York, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 121 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Stewart International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SWF:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Stewart International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Grab a Cairo International Airport rental car and discover Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Cairo International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Stewart International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Stewart International Airport to Cairo International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SWF to CAI sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. No visit is complete without checking out Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.
