Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo from R4 857

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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Apr 14 — Apr 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo are usually found in February or November, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 March 2026.

Fri 5/69:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Thu 11/68:15
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R6 042
Sat 4/49:45
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/414:00
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/3R6 313
Mon 31/89:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/98:15
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R6 346
Thu 4/69:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop30h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 11/68:15
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R6 363
Wed 8/49:45
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 28/48:15
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R6 431
Sat 9/59:45
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 16/515:00
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R6 448
Fri 8/59:45
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 25m
Etihad Airways
Thu 21/515:00
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R6 465
Thu 4/69:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop30h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 10/68:15
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R6 499
Wed 1/78:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 3/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/3R6 516
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/58:15
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/3R6 566
Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/58:15
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/3R6 600

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Cairo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 15 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 042

One-way from

R4 857

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 022

Good round-trip deal

R7 853 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 660 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/6-11/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairo
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 11/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R11 109 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 922 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 15 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

8:20-1:05

1 stop16h 45m

Cairo

Mon 20/4

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 022

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

21:45-6:10

Nonstop8h 25m

Cairo

Fri 24/4

8:15-8:15

1 stop25h 00m

R11 644

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

16:50-11:40

2 stops18h 50m

Cairo

Tue 21/4

13:40-14:20

2 stops24h 40m

R12 084
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

9:50-5:10

1 stop19h 20m

R5 619

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

9:50-5:10

1 stop19h 20m

R5 788

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

20:40-16:50

1 stop20h 10m

R6 397

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

16:50-12:40

2 stops18h 50m

R7 311

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

16:50-11:40

2 stops18h 50m

R7 413
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

16:50-11:05

2 stops18h 15m

R7 650

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

16:50-12:40

2 stops18h 50m

R7 785

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Cairo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairo from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo (average of R5 737). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R6 736). 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 OR Tambo 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 15 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo as you normally would.

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 15 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo, you will be flying into Cairo. Cairo (CAI) is just 18,6 km from the centre vof the city. Cairo is the only Cairo airport and it handles 2 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 8 airlines have flights to Cairo from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo?

    Ethiopian Air can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo in just under 16h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Cairo is about 6260 km.

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

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air (R6 077), Etihad Airways (R6 397), and Egyptair (R6 812) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo for 27% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo one-way?

    R4 253 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Egyptair and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R4 342 and R4 951, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo?

    Before booking your flight to Cairo from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Egyptair (76%), Aegean Airlines (75%), Etihad Airways( 75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo?

    On average you can expect to pay R17 372 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo. The cheapest flight overall is R5 799 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo) is currently priced at R6 346.

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Cairo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo (average of R5 737). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R6 736). 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 OR Tambo to Cairo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 074AverageR7 957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 397AverageR7 216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR6 813AverageR8 430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 272AverageR9 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 181AverageR10 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapestR10 680AverageR12 287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 503AverageR12 506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR12 822AverageR14 328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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