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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairo from R4 670

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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Oct 15 — Oct 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 15 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 240

One-way from

R4 670

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 612

Good round-trip deal

R10 476 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 371 or less
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 9/11-22/11
  • Nonstop
  • 16h 45m total
  • South Africa to Cairo
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 21/9
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 20m total
  • South Africa to Cairo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R9 013 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 922 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 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 15 September 2025.

Mon 10/1121:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Tue 25/1122:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 15/9R7 032
Sun 9/1121:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Sat 22/1122:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 14/9R7 240
Fri 17/108:20JNB - CAI
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 25/103:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/9R7 431
Mon 15/99:50JNB - CAI
1 stop26h 25mEtihad Airways
Fri 19/98:20CAI - JNB
1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R7 518
Sun 9/1114:30JNB - CAI
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 21/112:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/9R7 622
Wed 26/1121:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Tue 2/1222:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 14/9R7 934
Sun 9/1121:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Sat 15/1122:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 13/9R8 091
Mon 15/921:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Sat 20/923:45CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Deal found 13/9R8 108
Mon 15/921:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Tue 16/923:55CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 15/9R8 195
Wed 17/921:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Sat 20/923:45CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Deal found 13/9R8 212
Sun 30/1113:50CPT - CAI
1 stop11h 30mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/122:20CAI - CPT
1 stop12h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R9 098
Tue 28/106:15CPT - CAI
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/112:20CAI - CPT
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R9 254

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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 15 September 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 14/11

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 490

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/12

13:50-1:20

1 stop11h 30m

Cairo

Fri 5/6

3:20-14:35

1 stop12h 15m

R9 445

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/12

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Tue 16/12

2:20-3:55

1 stop25h 35m

R9 532

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/10

8:20-2:05

1 stop16h 45m

Cairo

Mon 13/10

3:20-3:55

1 stop25h 35m

R9 584

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Fri 21/11

6:40-3:55

2 stops21h 15m

R9 653

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Tue 25/11

6:40-3:55

2 stops21h 15m

R9 844

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/10

8:20-2:05

1 stop16h 45m

Cairo

Wed 8/10

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R9 896

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

14:30-2:05

1 stop10h 35m

Cairo

Thu 9/10

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R9 896

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/10

8:20-2:05

1 stop16h 45m

Cairo

Sun 26/10

7:40-3:55

2 stops21h 15m

R10 000

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

20:25-17:50

1 stop20h 25m

Cairo

Sun 19/10

14:10-16:10

1 stop27h 00m

R10 035

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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 15 September 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 15 September 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
3 334 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
3 334 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
3 624 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
1 250 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
861 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
366 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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 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 . South Africa and Cairo are separated by a distance of 6260 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Cairo one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Egyptair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 670. Ethiopian Air flights start at R7 066 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R7 240 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 (74%), Egyptair (74%) and Etihad Airways (73%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R22 592 for a flight from South Africa to Cairo. The cheapest flight overall is R5 964 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo) is currently priced at R6 997.

  • 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to Cairo

Discover the top 8 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 15 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 230AverageR11 273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 426AverageR7 240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR7 266AverageR8 936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 452AverageR10 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR9 621AverageR12 614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 108AverageR11 826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 750AverageR14 272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 629AverageR26 067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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