Cairo & the Nile from Buffalo, Nov 28–Dec 7: $1,951 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Fare is $431 below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- Highs of 72–79°F and lows near 55°F for pyramid days
- Makan pyramids INN in Giza: 8.5 score, breakfast, free cancellation
The catch: The flight out has 2 stops and takes 20h 20m, and checked bags run about $180 for two on top of the total.
Worth it if you want nine nights of pyramids, temples and bazaars and don't mind 20 hours of travel; skip it if you need a nonstop.
Worth it if you can handle a long trip there: $1,951 for two covers the flights at $1,778 plus 9 nights at Makan pyramids INN at $171, with taxes and fees included. You'd leave Saturday, Nov 28 and come back Monday, Dec 7, 2026, on JetBlue + Turkish Airlines with 2 stops and no nonstop.
The total, before you go
$1,951 for two · 9 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,778 |
| Makan pyramids INN, 9 nights, two guests, taxes in | $171 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $2 |
| The total, before you go | $1,951 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $180 |
$431 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $45 each way per bag on JetBlue, $180 for two round trip); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$889 per person, round trip
$1,778 for two, taxes and fees included · JetBlue + Turkish Airlines · 2 stops · 20h 20m
Out Sat, Nov 28, 6:00 AM – Sun, Nov 29, 9:20 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue + Turkish Airlines | $889 | 2 stops | 20h 20m |
| B6 + FR + E5 | $1,228 | 3 stops | 58h 8m |
| B6 + FR + E5 | $1,254 | 3 stops | 54h 44m |
Prices checked Oct 25, 2026, 8:09 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $889 per person, the fare is $431 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, which works out to 33% less. We looked at 12 offers, and they ran from $889 to $1,320 per person. Add 9 nights at Makan pyramids INN and the trip comes to $1,951 for two, all in, before you go. Late November into early December is a comfortable time to be in Cairo, with highs of 72–79°F and lows near 55°F, which works well for long days at Giza and in Islamic Cairo. It's also the main season for Nile cruises between Luxor and Aswan, though December is one of the two busiest months, so expect company at the big sites. Nine nights gives you time for Cairo and a run south to the temples. Prices are what we found when we checked and can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a history and culture trip with good food along the way. You get the pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum, medieval bazaars and mosques, and the option of a Nile cruise between the temples down south. It suits a couple or two friends who like early starts, walking and long museum days. The pace is full, and nine nights leaves room to slow down after the long flight in.
Weather in Cairo & the Nile, Nov 28–Dec 7
Typical highs 72–79°F, lows near 55°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 28 | 77 °F | 56 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Nov 29 | 79 °F | 54 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Nov 30 | 77 °F | 56 °F | Overcast |
| Tue, Dec 1 | 76 °F | 55 °F | Clear |
| Wed, Dec 2 | 76 °F | 55 °F | Overcast |
| Thu, Dec 3 | 76 °F | 56 °F | Overcast |
| Fri, Dec 4 | 77 °F | 55 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Dec 5 | 75 °F | 57 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Dec 6 | 74 °F | 55 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Dec 7 | 72 °F | 53 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Cairo & the Nile
We priced three hotels, and two of them are in Giza (pyramid-view hotels), next to the pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Makan pyramids INN is the best value at $171 for the 9 nights, about $19 a night, with an 8.5 score from 15 reviews, breakfast and free cancellation. Meliâ Plaza Pyramids View costs $370 for the stay, about $41 a night, and scores 9.8, though that comes from only 6 reviews. It includes breakfast and free cancellation and lists $34 in fees paid at the property. Settle inn Fajr Boutique hotel in New Cairo is the top rated with 8.7 from 428 reviews, at $596 for the stay, about $66 a night. It includes breakfast but has no free cancellation and lists $78 in fees paid at the property. It's also handy for Heliopolis and New Cairo, which are close to the airport.
Makan pyramids INN
$171 for 9 nights, two guests · $19 a night
See roomsSettle inn Fajr Boutique hotel
$596 for 9 nights, two guests · $66 a night
See roomsMeliâ Plaza Pyramids View
$370 for 9 nights, two guests · $41 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Cairo & the Nile for these dates
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Where in Cairo & the Nile
- Zamalek: Leafy Nile island of embassies, galleries and cafes, the calmest central base.
- Giza (pyramid-view hotels): Hotels with the Pyramids outside the window, next to the Grand Egyptian Museum.
- Downtown and Garden City: Grand Nile-side hotels near Tahrir Square and the old Egyptian Museum.
- Heliopolis and New Cairo: Modern districts close to the airport for a first or last night.
- Luxor and Aswan: Fly south for a three- or four-night Nile cruise between the temples.
What to do in Cairo & the Nile
- Get to the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx at opening time
- Spend a long day at the Grand Egyptian Museum beside the pyramids
- Walk Khan el-Khalili bazaar, then the mosques of Islamic Cairo
- Fly south for a three-night Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan
- See the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple in Luxor
- Take a felucca sail on the Nile at sunset
Also worth it
- Khan el-Khalili bazaar and the mosques of Islamic Cairo
Tours and tickets in Cairo & the Nile
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Buffalo | Buffalo Niagara International (BUF) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Cairo & the Nile | Cairo International (CAI) |
| Flight time | 20h 20m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 5,732 miles each way |
| Time difference | +7 hours |
What 9 nights in Cairo & the Nile costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,778 |
| Hotel, 9 nights (Makan pyramids INN) | $171 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 9 days for two | $1,080 |
| Total for two | $3,029 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a budget destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Buffalo to Cairo & the Nile
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $889 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $889 (Oct 26, 2026) |
| Price checks | 3 |
Good to know
- Passport: passport needed: travelers from the United States need a valid passport for Cairo & the Nile; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
- Currency: Egyptian pound (EGP).
- Main season for Luxor and Aswan Nile cruises; December and January are the busiest.
- You'll need a passport for Egypt.
- The currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP), and Cairo is 7 hours ahead of Buffalo.
- The flight leaves Buffalo Niagara International (BUF) at 6:00 AM Saturday and lands at Cairo International (CAI) at 9:20 AM Sunday.
- Checked bags are not in the fare, at about $180 for two.
- Nov–Mar is the main Nile cruise season, and December and January are the busiest months.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes, if you're fine with the trip there. The flights for two cost $1,778, a 9-night hotel with breakfast is $171, and the weather looks mild. The catch is 2 stops and 20h 20m on the way out.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It comes to $1,951 for two, all in, with taxes and fees included. That's $1,778 for the flights and $171 for Makan pyramids INN, which already counts its $2 property fee. Checked bags, about $180 for two, and spending money are extra. At $60 a day per person for spending, the total is $3,029.
Do I need a passport?
Yes, you need a passport for Egypt. The currency there is the Egyptian pound, and Cairo is 7 hours ahead of Buffalo.
What is the weather like?
Typical highs for these dates are 72–79°F, with lows near 55°F. Most days are listed as overcast, and Dec 1 is listed as clear. That's comfortable weather for the pyramids and walking the bazaars.
Is 9 nights enough?
Nine nights is enough for Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum and Islamic Cairo, plus a three-night Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan if you fly south. It's the main cruise season, and December is busy.
How long is the flight?
The flight out on JetBlue + Turkish Airlines takes 20h 20m with 2 stops. It leaves Buffalo at 6:00 AM on Nov 28 and lands in Cairo at 9:20 AM on Nov 29, local time. The trip covers 5,732 miles.
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