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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairo from R4 809

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 27/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Jan 28 — Feb 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 December 2025.

Mon 29/1221:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 30mEgyptair
Sun 4/122:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 27/12R12 298
Mon 29/129:50JNB - CAI
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/119:35CAI - JNB
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12R12 680
Wed 31/1223:00JNB - CAI
1 stop26h 20mEthiopian Air
Tue 6/12:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/12R12 697
Wed 31/1216:50JNB - CAI
2 stops18h 15mRwandAir
Tue 6/11:20CAI - JNB
2 stops25h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 26/12R13 213
Sun 28/1221:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 30mEgyptair
Sat 3/122:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 26/12R13 596
Mon 29/129:50JNB - CAI
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/122:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12R13 795
Mon 29/1221:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 30mEgyptair
Thu 8/122:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 27/12R13 878
Mon 29/129:50JNB - CAI
1 stop30h 35mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/17:25CAI - JNB
1 stop24h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/12R14 178
Wed 31/1221:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/12:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12R14 311
Mon 29/129:50JNB - CAI
1 stop26h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 8/113:55CAI - JNB
1 stop18h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/12R14 361

Find flight deals from South Africa to Cairo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Cairo flight deals. Data was last updated 29 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 107

One-way from

R4 809

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 435

Good round-trip deal

R8 244 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 594 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 3/2-9/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 45m total
  • South Africa to Cairo
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 50m total
  • South Africa to Cairo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R9 568 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 681 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Cairo.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 29 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Cairo that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

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Cairo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Thu 22/1

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R6 507

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Wed 18/3

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R6 507

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Sat 28/3

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R6 690

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

21:45-6:15

Nonstop8h 30m

Cairo

Sat 17/1

22:50-7:10

Nonstop8h 20m

R6 806

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

21:45-6:15

Nonstop8h 30m

Cairo

Thu 15/1

22:50-7:10

Nonstop8h 20m

R6 856

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Fri 23/1

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R7 189

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Mon 6/4

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R7 289

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

14:30-2:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Tue 14/7

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R7 305

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Sat 25/4

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 021

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Fri 27/3

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 021

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Cairo

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cairo (average of R5 908). Flying from South Africa to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R6 623). 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 ZA to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 29 December 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Cairo?

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

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

How often are flights from South Africa to Cairo delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between South Africa and Cairo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 145 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa 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 Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Cairo flights?

Over the past year, Egyptair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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 29 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from South Africa to Cairo. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 447 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 447 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 447 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 698 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 447 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 340 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 447 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
919 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 447 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Egyptair
6,5
Okay
391 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 447 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Cairo (CAI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Cairo. It is only a 18,6 km journey from Cairo (CAI) to Cairo’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Cairo?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Egyptair, and Turkish Airlines fly from South Africa to Cairo in about 8h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 25h 55m. South Africa and Cairo are separated by a distance of 6260 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa 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 775. Qatar Airways flights start at R4 162 while deals on Egyptair start at R4 169 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Cairo?

    The most popular flight routes from South Africa to Cairo are Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo, Cape Town Intl - Cairo and Johannesburg Lanseria - Cairo.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Cairo?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Africa to Cairo are Aegean Airlines (82%), Etihad Airways (82%) and Egyptair (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Cairo?

    On average you can expect to pay R17 694 for a flight from South Africa to Cairo. The cheapest flight overall is R4 791 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo) is currently priced at R8 420.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Cairo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Cairo?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cairo (average of R5 908). Flying from South Africa to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R6 623). 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 South Africa to Cairo

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 29 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 987AverageR10 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 266AverageR7 100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR6 859AverageR8 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 102AverageR9 807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR9 222AverageR11 491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 688AverageR11 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 273AverageR13 549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR11 665AverageR13 851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR14 880AverageR24 688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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