Find flights
Deals
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from South Africa to Egypt from R4 407

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 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Sep 3 — Sep 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Egypt

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from South Africa to Egypt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Egypt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 August 2026.

Thu 10/914:30 -
1 stop10h 35m
Wed 16/93:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 1/8R6 676
Wed 2/98:20 -
1 stop16h 45m
Sat 12/93:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 3/8R6 709
Sat 19/914:30 -
1 stop10h 35m
Sat 26/93:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 1/8R6 742
Sun 30/814:30 -
1 stop10h 35m
Sat 5/93:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 2/8R6 758
Sat 5/914:30 -
1 stop10h 35m
Thu 17/93:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 2/8R6 791
Thu 3/914:30 -
1 stop10h 35m
Sat 12/93:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 4/8R6 808
Thu 3/914:30 -
1 stop10h 35m
Wed 9/93:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 4/8R6 873
Tue 8/914:30 -
1 stop10h 35m
Mon 14/93:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 3/8R6 923
Wed 2/98:20 -
1 stop16h 45m
Tue 8/93:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 4/8R6 939
Tue 1/98:20 -
1 stop16h 45m
Tue 8/93:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Deal found 4/8R6 956
Sun 27/913:30 -
2 stops38h 15m
Mon 5/105:40 -
2 stops29h 00m
Deal found 2/8R9 685
Fri 27/1113:30 -
2 stops38h 35m
Wed 2/125:00 -
2 stops28h 40m
Deal found 1/8R9 817

Find flight deals from South Africa to Egypt

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Egypt flight deals. Data was last updated 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 676

One-way from

R4 407

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 587

Good round-trip deal

R9 359 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 123 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/9-16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • South Africa to Egypt
Search Deals
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 25/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 45m total
  • South Africa to Egypt
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R12 058 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 853 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Egypt.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Egypt.
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Egypt 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 4 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Egypt that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

14:30-2:05

1 stop10h 35m

Cairo

Mon 28/9

3:20-13:25

1 stop11h 05m

R6 725

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

22:50-2:05

1 stop26h 15m

Cairo

Tue 8/9

3:20-13:25

1 stop11h 05m

R8 222

JohannesburgSharm el-Sheikh

JNB - SSH

JNBSSH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

13:30-4:45

2 stops38h 15m

Sharm El Sheikh Intl

Mon 5/10

5:40-9:40

2 stops29h 00m

R9 784

JohannesburgSharm el-Sheikh

JNB - SSH

JNBSSH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

13:30-4:05

2 stops38h 35m

Sharm El Sheikh Intl

Wed 2/12

5:00-9:40

2 stops28h 40m

R9 833

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

2:00-2:05

2 stops23h 05m

Cairo

Tue 15/9

3:20-13:25

1 stop11h 05m

R9 866

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

9:50-16:45

1 stop30h 55m

Cairo

Sun 29/11

7:25-8:20

1 stop24h 55m

R9 981

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

13:30-4:20

2 stops37h 50m

Cairo

Fri 11/9

6:05-9:40

2 stops28h 35m

R10 113

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

13:30-23:45

2 stops33h 15m

Cairo

Fri 11/9

21:45-9:40

2 stops36h 55m

R10 113

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

13:30-3:40

2 stops38h 10m

Cairo

Fri 27/11

10:15-9:40

2 stops23h 25m

R10 129

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

13:30-3:40

2 stops38h 10m

Cairo

Tue 15/12

5:25-9:40

2 stops28h 15m

R10 162

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 3/8

Showing 1-10 of 57 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Egypt

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Egypt from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Egypt

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Egypt (average of R7 564). Flying from South Africa to Egypt in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 359). 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 EG?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Egypt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 August 2026.

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

How often are flights from South Africa to Egypt delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between South Africa and Egypt have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 210 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Egypt 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 Friday 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 Egypt flights?

Over the past year, Egyptair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Egypt?

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Egypt. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Egypt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Egypt. 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 Egypt. Reviews last updated 4 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from South Africa to Egypt 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 638 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 736 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
7,3
Good
1 498 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 013 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
6,6
Okay
442 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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 Egypt. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from South Africa to Egypt will take you 10h 35m. The distance between South Africa and Egypt is about 6260 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R3 876. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Egypt for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Egypt (average of R7 564). Flying from South Africa to Egypt in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 359). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for South Africa to Egypt

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
OR Tambo to Cape Town flights
OR Tambo to Durban flights
Lanseria to Cape Town flights
Lanseria to Durban flights
Cape Town to OR Tambo flights
Durban to Cape Town flights
Cape Town to Lanseria flights
OR Tambo to Zanzibar flights
Durban to OR Tambo flights
OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth flights
OR Tambo to Port Louis flights
Harare to OR Tambo flights
OR Tambo to Harare flights
Harare to Cape Town flights
Cape Town to Durban flights
Jomo Kenyatta Intl to OR Tambo flights
OR Tambo to George flights
Cape Town to Harare flights
Durban to Lanseria flights
Bloemfontein to Cape Town flights
Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights
Lusaka to OR Tambo flights
Cape Town to Hoedspruit flights
Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town flights
Cape Town to Victoria Falls flights
Cape Town to Port Louis flights
Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flights
Kinshasa to OR Tambo flights
OR Tambo to Cairo flights
Hosea Kutako Intl to Cape Town flights
OR Tambo to Hoedspruit flights
Harare to Lanseria flights
Cape Town to Zanzibar flights
Gaborone to Cape Town flights
OR Tambo to Lagos flights
OR Tambo to Lusaka flights
Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo flights
Durban to Port Elizabeth flights
OR Tambo to Maputo flights
OR Tambo to Victoria flights
Port Louis to Cape Town flights
Lanseria to George flights
Dar Es Salaam to OR Tambo flights
OR Tambo to Nelspruit flights
Durban to George flights
Hosea Kutako Intl to OR Tambo flights
Cape Town to Nelspruit flights

Top 8 airlines flying from South Africa to Egypt

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Egypt. 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 4 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 840AverageR9 374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 371AverageR8 078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
EgyptairCheapestR6 619AverageR10 534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Egyptair flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR6 908AverageR12 147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 088AverageR11 157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
South AfricanCheapestR10 622AverageR12 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search South African flights
EmiratesCheapestR11 193AverageR12 923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
RwandAirCheapestR12 458AverageR13 922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search RwandAir flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from South Africa to Egypt?

Cheapflights makes it easy to find South Africa to Egypt flights by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from South Africa to Egypt?

It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from South Africa to Egypt.

Can Cheapflights find flights from South Africa to Egypt with no change fees?

Certainly. Search results for flights to Egypt from South Africa shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from South Africa to Egypt become cheaper?

Not ready to book yet? You can track prices for flights from South Africa to Egypt on Cheapflights with our Price Alert feature and get notified when better prices are available.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book With Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees.

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.