Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cairo from R4 987
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Cairo are usually found in February or January, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 October 2026.
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Best flights from Johannesburg to Cairo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Cairo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Direct flights from Johannesburg to Cairo
Explore direct flight options from Johannesburg to Cairo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Johannesburg to Cairo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Johannesburg to Cairo. Data last updated 30 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from Johannesburg to Cairo
Search for one-way flight options from Johannesburg to Cairo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Cairo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 30 October 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Cairo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7 457 451 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Mon 30/11
20:20-17:35
1 stop21h 15m
Cairo
Wed 31/12
0:00-0:00
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R4 987
JohannesburgCairo
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAI Cairo
JNBCAI
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 31/12
9:25-0:15
1 stop14h 50m
Cairo
Wed 31/12
0:00-0:00
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R5 070
JohannesburgCairo
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAI Cairo
JNBCAI
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 28/11
20:20-17:35
1 stop21h 15m
Cairo
Wed 31/12
0:00-0:00
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R5 352
Fastest return journey
JohannesburgCairo
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAI Cairo
JNBCAI
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 18/12
14:30-1:20
1 stop10h 50m
Cairo
Wed 31/12
0:00-0:00
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R7 679
JohannesburgCairo
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAI Cairo
JNBCAI
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 17/12
14:30-1:20
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Cairo
Wed 31/12
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R8 195
JohannesburgCairo
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAI Cairo
JNBCAI
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/11
14:30-1:20
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Cairo
Thu 12/11
2:20-13:30
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R8 926
JohannesburgCairo
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAI Cairo
JNBCAI
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 7/11
8:20-1:20
1 stop17h 00m
Cairo
Tue 10/11
2:20-13:30
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R8 976
JohannesburgCairo
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAI Cairo
JNBCAI
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 8/11
9:50-13:45
2 stops27h 55m
Cairo
Wed 31/12
0:00-0:00
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R9 474
JohannesburgCairo
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAI Cairo
JNBCAI
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 28/11
13:30-19:50
2 stops30h 20m
Cairo
Wed 31/12
0:00-0:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R9 474
JohannesburgCairo
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CAI Cairo
JNBCAI
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 2/12
13:30-14:35
2 stops25h 05m
Cairo
Wed 31/12
0:00-0:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R9 724
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Cairo
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo (average of R7 181). Flying from Johannesburg to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 006). 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 JNB to CAI?
Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 30 October 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Cairo as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Cairo?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Cairo flights typically cost between R6 898 and R9 558 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R8 078 on Ethiopian Air (Nov 22–Nov 28).
How often are flights from Johannesburg to Cairo delayed?
About 11% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Cairo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 171 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Cairo flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Cairo flights?
Over the past year, Egyptair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo?
Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cairo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
Reviews of airlines servicing Cairo
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairo. Reviews last updated 30 October 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Cairo, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairo from Johannesburg?
Cairo (CAI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cairo from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights to the Cairo airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 18,6 km journey from Cairo (CAI) to Cairo’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Cairo?
For as low as R8 926, Ethiopian Air can have you in Cairo from Johannesburg in 10h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6260 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cairo round-trip?
Ethiopian Air, at R5 813, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Cairo.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Egyptair. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Cairo one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R3 918. Qatar Airways flights start at R4 476 while deals on Etihad Airways start at R4 747 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Cairo?
Before booking your flight to Cairo from Johannesburg, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Aegean Airlines (94%), Etihad Airways (94%), Egyptair( 94%).
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cairo?
While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo is generally R18 093, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 571. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo), you can expect to pay R9 558 for that flight.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Cairo?
Johannesburg to Cairo flights have a stopover in Addis Ababa most often. Doha sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg to Cairo flights.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Cairo flights?
Johannesburg to Cairo flights have a stopover in Dubai the least frequently. Dubai is followed by Abu Dhabi in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Cairo.
Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Cairo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Cairo?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Cairo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Cairo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Cairo?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo (average of R7 181). Flying from Johannesburg to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 006). 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.
Explore flights to Cairo departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 30 October 2026.
Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Cairo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7 457 451 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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