Cheap flights from South Africa to Egypt from R4 578

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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Jul 18 — Jul 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Egypt

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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 18 June 2026.

Sat 18/78:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 28/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/6R7 841
Thu 2/78:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/6R7 922
Wed 24/614:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 3/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/6R8 084
Mon 22/614:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 7/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/6R8 101
Sat 18/714:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/6R8 149
Mon 22/614:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 25/63:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/6R8 166
Mon 22/68:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 28/63:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/6R8 295
Mon 6/714:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 16/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/6R8 409
Thu 2/714:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 15/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/6R8 717
Fri 26/68:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 4/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/6R9 075
Thu 25/614:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/6R9 156
Wed 9/913:30
JNB
-
SSH
2 stops43h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 17/911:10
SSH
-
JNB
2 stops23h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/6R9 773

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 18 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 841

One-way from

R4 578

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 620

Good round-trip deal

R10 064 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 661 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/7-28/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 50m total
  • South Africa to Egypt
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 11/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 20m total
  • South Africa to Egypt
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R13 049 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 707 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Egypt.
Price to beat on a one-way 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 18 June 2026.
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JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

20:55-12:05

1 stop14h 10m

Cairo

Sun 25/10

21:20-15:35

1 stop19h 15m

R9 237

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

14:45-11:05

1 stop19h 20m

Cairo

Mon 12/10

13:05-15:20

1 stop27h 15m

R9 545

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

9:45-0:15

1 stop13h 30m

Cairo

Tue 15/9

15:00-8:20

1 stop18h 20m

R9 967

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

14:05-12:10

1 stop21h 05m

Cairo

Thu 17/9

0:40-15:20

1 stop15h 40m

R10 049

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

14:45-11:05

1 stop19h 20m

Cairo

Tue 3/11

19:35-16:00

1 stop20h 25m

R10 065

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

14:05-11:00

1 stop19h 55m

Cairo

Thu 15/10

14:05-4:00

1 stop14h 55m

R10 081

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

14:05-10:50

1 stop19h 45m

Cairo

Fri 18/9

19:55-15:20

1 stop20h 25m

R10 081

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

14:05-12:10

1 stop21h 05m

Cairo

Tue 15/9

19:55-15:20

1 stop20h 25m

R10 081

JohannesburgSharm el-Sheikh

JNB - SSH

JNBSSH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

13:30-4:50

2 stops38h 20m

Sharm El Sheikh Intl

Tue 28/7

5:45-9:40

2 stops28h 55m

R10 325

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

13:30-21:15

2 stops30h 45m

Cairo

Sun 1/11

5:25-9:40

2 stops28h 15m

R10 341

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Egypt

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Egypt (average of R5 844). Flying from South Africa to Egypt in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 198). 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 18 June 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 200 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 14% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 48 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 18 June 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.

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

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 13h 30m. 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 Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R4 247. However, be on the lookout for offers from Egyptair 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Egypt (average of R5 844). Flying from South Africa to Egypt in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 198). 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 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 18 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 774AverageR9 221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 159AverageR7 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
EgyptairCheapestR6 535AverageR10 116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Egyptair flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR7 969AverageR10 764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 722AverageR12 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
South AfricanCheapestR10 094AverageR12 129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search South African flights
EmiratesCheapestR10 957AverageR12 752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
RwandAirCheapestR12 299AverageR13 744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search RwandAir flights

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