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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairo from R5 024

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 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Jul 7 — Jul 141
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 2 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 682

One-way from

R5 024

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 467

Good round-trip deal

R10 661 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 376 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/9-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 15m total
  • South Africa to Cairo
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 40m total
  • South Africa to Cairo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R9 359 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 215 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 2 July 2025.

Mon 15/99:50JNB - CAI
1 stop13h 15mEtihad Airways
Mon 22/98:20CAI - JNB
1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/7R6 682
Mon 21/714:30JNB - CAI
1 stop10h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 29/73:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/7R6 734
Sun 16/1121:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Sat 18/422:45CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Deal found 1/7R8 039
Mon 15/920:25JNB - CAI
1 stop14h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 21/92:05CAI - JNB
1 stop15h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/7R8 727
Tue 29/713:50CPT - CAI
1 stop11h 15mEthiopian Air
Mon 4/83:20CAI - CPT
1 stop12h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/6R10 049
Tue 28/1012:35CPT - CAI
1 stop22h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 4/1119:35CAI - CPT
1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/6R10 930
Sat 26/79:20CPT - CAI
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/83:20CAI - CPT
2 stops16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7R11 230
Wed 13/816:35CPT - CAI
1 stop15h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 19/82:10CAI - CPT
1 stop34h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7R12 975
Fri 18/713:05CPT - CAI
1 stop34h 45mEmirates
Sat 23/820:05CAI - CPT
1 stop21h 45mEmirates
Deal found 1/7R13 628
Mon 22/99:00HLA - CAI
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/90:20CAI - HLA
3 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6R19 551

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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 2 July 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

Mon 15/9

9:50-0:05

1 stop13h 15m

Cairo

Mon 22/9

8:20-8:20

1 stop25h 00m

R6 682

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/7

14:30-2:05

1 stop10h 35m

Cairo

Tue 29/7

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R6 734

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/11

21:45-6:10

Nonstop8h 25m

Cairo

Sat 18/4

22:45-7:10

Nonstop8h 25m

R8 039

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

20:25-12:10

1 stop14h 45m

Cairo

Sun 21/9

2:05-16:10

1 stop15h 05m

R8 727

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/7

13:50-2:05

1 stop11h 15m

Cairo

Mon 4/8

3:20-14:35

1 stop12h 15m

R10 049

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

12:35-12:05

1 stop22h 30m

Cairo

Tue 4/11

19:35-17:25

1 stop21h 50m

R10 930

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/7

9:20-2:05

2 stops15h 45m

Cairo

Fri 1/8

3:20-19:05

2 stops16h 45m

R11 230

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/8

16:35-9:15

1 stop15h 40m

Cairo

Tue 19/8

2:10-11:50

1 stop34h 40m

R12 975

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/7

13:05-0:50

1 stop34h 45m

Cairo

Sat 23/8

20:05-16:50

1 stop21h 45m

R13 628

JohannesburgCairo

HLA - CAI

HLACAI

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 22/9

9:00-9:15

2 stops23h 15m

Cairo

Mon 29/9

0:20-22:05

3 stops22h 45m

R19 551

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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 2 July 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 2 July 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
3 285 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

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
3 285 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

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
3 593 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

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
1 224 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

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.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 891 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

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
789 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 024. Qatar Airways flights start at R5 800 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R5 906 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 (100%), Etihad Airways (100%) and South African (100%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R22 215 for a flight from South Africa to Cairo. The cheapest flight overall is R2 959 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo) is currently priced at R6 787.

  • 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 2 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 322AverageR10 904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 452AverageR7 425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR7 234AverageR8 972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 565AverageR10 297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR9 770AverageR12 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 264AverageR12 011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 384AverageR14 682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 764AverageR26 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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