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Cheap flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 437

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAI — JNB
Mar 2 — Mar 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in November or February, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Cairo to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairo to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 January 2026.

Sun 13/923:45
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Wed 30/921:45
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Deal found 30/1R6 145
Wed 18/22:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 18/314:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/1R6 448
Sat 31/122:50
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Egyptair
Fri 13/221:45
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 30m
Egyptair
Deal found 29/1R6 480
Tue 3/22:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 9/28:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop17h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/1R6 528
Mon 2/22:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 8/214:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/1R6 592
Sat 28/22:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 8/38:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop17h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/1R6 608
Sun 15/32:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/314:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/1R6 624
Wed 4/22:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/38:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop17h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/1R6 640
Thu 19/222:50
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Egyptair
Wed 18/321:30
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 30m
Egyptair
Deal found 31/1R7 613

Find flight deals from Cairo to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairo (CAI) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 31 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 448

One-way from

R4 437

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R9 624

Good round-trip deal

R6 614 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 309 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/2-18/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 35m total
  • Cairo to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 25m total
  • Cairo to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R5 596 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 698 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 Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairo to OR Tambo 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 31 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Cairo

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Wed 18/2

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

R6 448

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sun 15/3

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

R6 624

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sun 1/3

17:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

R9 113

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Fri 10/4

23:40-15:20

1 stop15h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

20:40-11:40

1 stop15h 00m

R9 991

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sat 25/7

3:15-6:25

1 stop28h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/8

22:25-2:15

1 stop26h 50m

R10 071

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Mon 27/7

14:10-4:00

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

14:45-10:15

1 stop18h 30m

R10 087

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Thu 19/2

7:25-8:20

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

21:30-6:00

Nonstop8h 30m

R10 231

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Fri 10/4

23:40-15:20

1 stop15h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

14:45-9:35

1 stop18h 50m

R10 406

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Tue 17/3

13:55-8:20

1 stop18h 25m

R4 437

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Thu 26/2

7:25-8:20

1 stop24h 55m

R4 613

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Best time to book a flight from Cairo to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairo to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R5 953). Flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 150). 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 CAI to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairo to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 January 2026.

When flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 31 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air and Egyptair from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
955 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,2

Entertainment

6,7

Food

6,9

Crew

7,6

Boarding

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Ilunga,Jan 2026

NLA - ADD

My experience with Ethiopian was good and i say thank you for that.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
955 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
955 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,2

Entertainment

6,7

Food

6,9

Crew

7,6

Boarding

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Ilunga,Jan 2026

NLA - ADD

My experience with Ethiopian was good and i say thank you for that.
Egyptair
6,6
Okay
404 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
955 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,2

Entertainment

6,7

Food

6,9

Crew

7,6

Boarding

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Ilunga,Jan 2026

NLA - ADD

My experience with Ethiopian was good and i say thank you for that.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairo to OR Tambo. 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 from for flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Most people fly from Cairo (CAI) if they book a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Cairo has 2 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 2 airlines. Cairo is conveniently located just 18,6 km from Cairo’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Departing from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 10h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6260 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R6 395 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Egyptair, starting at R6 930. Ethiopian Air is priced at 24% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 371. Egyptair flights start at R4 812 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R4 999 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Consider Aegean Airlines (27%), Etihad Airways (27%) or South African (27%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While on average a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R6 746, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 171. When looking at the most popular route, (Cairo - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R9 066 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairo to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairo to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairo to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairo to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairo to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairo to OR Tambo 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 Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R5 953). Flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 150). 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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Fly from Cairo to OR Tambo on these airlines

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Top 2 airlines flying from Cairo to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cairo to OR Tambo. 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 31 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 395AverageR7 983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR6 930AverageR8 103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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