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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cairo from R5 070

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Jul 14 — Jul 211
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Cairo are usually found in February or November, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 9 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 654

One-way from

R5 070

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 553
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 6/11-9/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairo
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R9 539 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 302 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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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 9 July 2025.

Thu 6/118:20JNB - CAI
1 stop17h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/112:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/7R6 654
Wed 5/119:50JNB - CAI
1 stop26h 45mEtihad Airways
Tue 11/1113:55CAI - JNB
1 stop18h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/7R6 689
Mon 1/1221:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Sun 7/1222:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 8/7R8 468
Mon 1/1219:50JNB - CAI
1 stop21h 45mQatar Airways
Sat 6/1219:35CAI - JNB
1 stop14h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/7R8 984
Fri 31/103:10JNB - CAI
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1122:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7R10 621
Sat 1/115:55HLA - CAI
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/112:20CAI - HLA
2 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7R15 229

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Cairo that are best for you.

Fly from

Johannesburg

Fly to

Cairo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Sun 9/11

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R6 654

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

9:50-12:35

1 stop26h 45m

Cairo

Tue 11/11

13:55-8:20

1 stop18h 25m

R6 689

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

21:45-6:10

Nonstop8h 25m

Cairo

Sun 7/12

22:50-7:10

Nonstop8h 20m

R8 468

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

19:50-17:35

1 stop21h 45m

Cairo

Sun 7/12

19:35-15:35

1 stop20h 00m

R8 984

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

3:10-11:05

2 stops31h 55m

Cairo

Sat 8/11

22:50-7:10

Nonstop8h 20m

R10 621

JohannesburgCairo

HLA - CAI

HLACAI

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 1/11

5:55-1:20

2 stops19h 25m

Cairo

Fri 7/11

2:20-20:50

2 stops18h 30m

R15 229

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/7

9:50-0:05

1 stop13h 15m

R5 070

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/7

20:25-12:10

1 stop14h 45m

R5 088

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/7

21:45-7:05

Nonstop8h 20m

R6 618

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/7

7:40-12:10

3 stops27h 30m

R7 685

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Cairo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

Booking 41 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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo (average of R447). Flying from Johannesburg to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of R628). 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 9 July 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 46% on flights from Johannesburg to Cairo by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Cairo flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 9 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Cairo, such as South African, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,0

Reviews

1 / 1
4,0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,0

Reviews

1 / 1
4,0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,0

Reviews

1 / 1
4,0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,0

Reviews

1 / 1
4,0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,0

Reviews

1 / 1
4,0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,5

Comfort

7,0

Reviews

1 / 1
4,0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg 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 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 2 inbound flights 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cairo round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at R6 654, 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 26% 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 Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 070. Qatar Airways flights start at R5 088 while deals on Egyptair start at R6 618 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 (100%), Etihad Airways (100%), South African( 100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cairo?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo is generally R20 820, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R3 005. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo), you can expect to pay R6 760 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Cairo?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Cairo flights?

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo (average of R447). Flying from Johannesburg to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of R628). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cairo

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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 380AverageR8 765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 527AverageR7 474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR7 278AverageR9 061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 646AverageR10 206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 358AverageR11 223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapestR11 285AverageR13 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 246AverageR13 900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 908AverageR26 394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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