Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo from R4 838

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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Mar 3 — Mar 101
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 Tuesday 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 1 February 2026.

Mon 9/214:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/22:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/1R5 851
Mon 9/214:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/22:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/1R5 883
Wed 18/214:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/22:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/2R5 899
Sun 19/48:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 25/43:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/1R6 027
Mon 2/29:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 17/27:25
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/2R6 059
Mon 16/314:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 18/32:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/1R6 140
Sun 8/38:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop17h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 14/32:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/1R6 172
Tue 3/214:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 9/22:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/1R6 204
Mon 9/221:45
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 30m
Egyptair
Tue 17/222:50
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Egyptair
Deal found 31/1R6 590
Sun 1/221:30
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 30m
Egyptair
Sun 8/222:55
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 15m
Egyptair
Deal found 31/1R6 831

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 1 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 883

One-way from

R4 838

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R6 944

Good round-trip deal

R7 049 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 628 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/2-23/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairo
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 8/2
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R9 414 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 676 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 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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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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OR Tambo

Fly to

Cairo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Mon 23/2

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R5 883

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Fri 13/3

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R6 172

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

14:45-12:40

1 stop20h 55m

Cairo

Wed 13/5

0:40-16:10

1 stop16h 30m

R8 069

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

21:45-6:15

Nonstop8h 30m

Cairo

Sat 21/3

22:50-7:10

Nonstop8h 20m

R8 245

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

21:45-6:15

Nonstop8h 30m

Cairo

Thu 19/3

22:50-7:10

Nonstop8h 20m

R8 294

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

14:45-11:40

1 stop20h 55m

Cairo

Sun 26/4

19:50-15:50

1 stop21h 00m

R8 486

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

14:30-1:05

1 stop10h 35m

Cairo

Mon 20/4

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 551

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

8:20-2:05

1 stop16h 45m

Cairo

Mon 4/5

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 551

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Wed 25/3

6:40-3:55

2 stops21h 15m

R8 888

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

14:30-2:05

1 stop10h 35m

Cairo

Mon 4/5

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R9 065

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Cairo

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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 30 January 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 593). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R6 397). 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 1 February 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo?

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 1 February 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

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

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  • 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. 9 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, Qatar Airways, and Egyptair can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo in just under 8h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 25m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Cairo is about 6260 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air (R5 773), Etihad Airways (R6 067), and Egyptair (R6 489) 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 029 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 055 and R4 702, 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 (62%), Aegean Airlines (61%), Etihad Airways( 61%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R18 074 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo. The cheapest flight overall is R5 287 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo) is currently priced at R6 542.

  • 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 593). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R6 397). 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 9 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Cairo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 773AverageR7 475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 067AverageR6 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR6 489AverageR8 234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 833AverageR9 042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 358AverageR10 136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapestR10 143AverageR11 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 941AverageR12 036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR12 178AverageR13 608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR14 372AverageR23 846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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