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Cheap flights from South Africa to Egypt from R4 730

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Feb 3 — Feb 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 January 2026.

Fri 15/514:30JNB - CAI
1 stop10h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 1/73:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/1R6 214
Mon 22/68:20JNB - CAI
1 stop17h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 14/73:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/1R6 346
Sun 11/121:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 30mEgyptair
Sun 25/122:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 3/1R6 642
Wed 9/1221:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Thu 17/1222:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 2/1R6 840
Mon 16/321:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 30mEgyptair
Thu 19/322:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 2/1R7 054
Sun 11/121:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 30mEgyptair
Sun 18/122:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 2/1R7 104
Thu 15/1014:30JNB - CAI
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 26/103:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/1R7 170
Sun 1/28:20JNB - CAI
1 stop17h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/22:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/1R7 186
Wed 14/1021:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Sun 25/1023:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 1/1R7 203
Mon 9/321:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 30mEgyptair
Sat 14/322:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 3/1R7 219
Wed 9/1221:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Sun 20/1222:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 2/1R7 318
Sun 11/1021:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Thu 22/1023:45CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Deal found 1/1R7 334

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 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 214

One-way from

R4 730

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 159

Good round-trip deal

R8 166 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 541 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 15/5-1/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 20m total
  • South Africa to Egypt
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 50m total
  • South Africa to Egypt
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R9 373 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 636 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Egypt.
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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 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Egypt that are best for you.

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JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

8:20-2:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Sat 18/7

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 060

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

14:30-2:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Wed 26/8

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 604

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Mon 6/4

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 933

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

R9 378

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

14:30-2:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Tue 25/8

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R9 477

JohannesburgSharm el-Sheikh

JNB - SSH

JNBSSH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

21:45-14:45

1 stop17h 00m

Sharm el-Sheikh Ophira

Sun 1/3

16:30-7:10

2 stops14h 40m

R9 543

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Sat 4/4

2:20-3:55

1 stop25h 35m

R9 560

JohannesburgSharm el-Sheikh

JNB - SSH

JNBSSH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

17:50-10:25

1 stop15h 35m

Sharm el-Sheikh Ophira

Thu 28/5

11:20-10:30

1 stop24h 10m

R9 807

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Wed 4/2

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R9 840

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Wed 4/2

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R9 840

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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.
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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Egypt (average of R5 851). Flying from South Africa to Egypt in August is currently the most expensive (average of R6 560). 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 January 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 14% of weekly flights between South Africa and Egypt 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 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 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 Egypt 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 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 January 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
3 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 453 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 699 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 351 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
925 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Egyptair
6,5
Okay
392 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 453 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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 17h. 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 739. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Egyptair, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Egypt (average of R5 851). Flying from South Africa to Egypt in August is currently the most expensive (average of R6 560). 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 Egypt

Discover the top 9 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 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 930AverageR10 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 208AverageR7 026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR6 755AverageR9 807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 031AverageR10 720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR9 134AverageR11 382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 596AverageR12 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 169AverageR13 417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR11 554AverageR13 954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR14 738AverageR24 453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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