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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairo from R4 808

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 25/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Aug 23 — Aug 301
1 adult

Cheap 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 18 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 590

One-way from

R4 808

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 809

Good round-trip deal

R10 344 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 450 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/11-21/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 35m total
  • South Africa to Cairo
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 45m total
  • South Africa to Cairo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R8 645 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 229 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 18 August 2025.

Sun 9/1114:30JNB - CAI
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 21/112:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/8R7 590
Fri 29/88:20JNB - CAI
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 4/93:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/8R7 625
Fri 17/108:20JNB - CAI
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 25/103:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/8R7 660
Mon 8/98:20JNB - CAI
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 12/93:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/8R7 678
Mon 1/128:20JNB - CAI
1 stop17h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/122:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/8R7 766
Sun 9/1121:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Sat 22/1122:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 17/8R7 995
Thu 25/98:20JNB - CAI
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 1/103:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/8R8 013
Fri 5/98:20JNB - CAI
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/93:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/8R8 048
Fri 17/1014:30JNB - CAI
1 stop10h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 22/103:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/8R8 189
Mon 8/99:50JNB - CAI
1 stop18h 40mEtihad Airways
Tue 16/98:20CAI - JNB
1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/8R8 435
Sun 9/1121:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Sat 15/1122:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 17/8R8 453
Tue 30/98:20JNB - CAI
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 6/103:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/8R8 541

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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 18 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Cairo that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Cairo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Fri 21/11

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R7 590

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/10

8:20-2:05

1 stop16h 45m

Cairo

Sat 25/10

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R7 660

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Sat 6/12

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R7 766

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

21:45-6:10

Nonstop8h 25m

Cairo

Sat 22/11

22:50-7:10

Nonstop8h 20m

R7 995

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/9

8:20-2:05

1 stop16h 45m

Cairo

Wed 1/10

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 013

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

22:50-1:20

1 stop26h 30m

Cairo

Sun 8/2

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 048

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/9

8:20-2:05

1 stop16h 45m

Cairo

Thu 11/9

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 048

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/10

14:30-2:05

1 stop10h 35m

Cairo

Wed 22/10

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 189

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

21:45-6:10

Nonstop8h 25m

Cairo

Sat 15/11

22:50-7:10

Nonstop8h 20m

R8 453

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/8

13:50-2:05

1 stop11h 15m

Cairo

Fri 12/9

3:20-14:35

1 stop12h 15m

R9 739

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Cairo

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cairo (average of R447). Flying from South Africa 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 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 18 August 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.

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 18 August 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
3 315 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 609 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 233 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
835 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Egyptair
6,5
Okay
363 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 and Qatar Airways fly from South Africa to Cairo in about 10h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 30m. South Africa and Cairo are separated by a distance of 6260 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 (83%), Egyptair (83%) and Etihad Airways (82%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R17 744 for a flight from South Africa to Cairo. The cheapest flight overall is R6 257 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo) is currently priced at R7 009.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cairo (average of R447). Flying from South Africa 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 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 18 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 303AverageR11 457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 508AverageR7 324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR7 234AverageR9 048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 575AverageR10 490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR9 759AverageR12 802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 253AverageR11 996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 942AverageR14 585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 853AverageR26 127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR24 943AverageR33 194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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