Aerial view of historic mosques with Cairo cityscape backdrop, showcasing Islamic architecture. — flights from Los Angeles to Cairo
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Flights from Los Angeles to Cairo

Nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cairo (CAI) take about 15h 46m (12,219 km). Egyptair flies it. Lowest fare seen: $416 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Cairo

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Air Cairo Airbus A320 flying against a blue sky, showcasing the airline's logo and design. — arriving in Cairo

Airport transfer

CAI → Cairo, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at LAX →1 lounge at LAX AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresCAI to Cairo: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Cairo →1 drop-off point, from $3.90

Things to book in Cairo

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Airlines flying Los Angeles to Cairo

Carriers on LAX–CAI according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Egyptairnonstop fare seen

Los Angeles to Cairo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $416 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$43026 Oct 2026 · Egyptair—
Nov 2026$4165 Nov 2026 · Egyptair—
Dec 2026$48828 Dec 2026 · Egyptair—
Jan 2027$4882 Jan 2027 · Egyptair—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $416 in November 2026, against $488 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Los Angeles to Cairo, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Cairo

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Egypt is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Los Angeles to Cairo flights

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Cairo?
A nonstop flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 15h 46m, covering 12,219 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Los Angeles from Cairo by air?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles International Airport and Cairo International Airport is 12,219 km (7,593 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Cairo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LAX–CAI route include Egyptair. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Los Angeles to Cairo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LAX–CAI was $416 USD with Egyptair (nonstop), departing 5 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Cairo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $416 one-way, against $488 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from USA to Egypt?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Egypt visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Cairo?
Egypt is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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