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Cheap flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R5 225

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 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAI — JNB
Feb 12 — Feb 191
1 adult

The best prices from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or March, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

Cheap 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 7 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 171

One-way from

R5 225

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 468

Good round-trip deal

R8 751 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 788 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 28/2-7/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 50m total
  • Cairo to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 26/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 15m total
  • Cairo to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R18 289 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 020 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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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 7 February 2025.

Fri 28/22:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 7/38:20JNB - CAI
1 stop17h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/2R7 171
Sat 22/322:45CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Sun 6/421:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 6/2R8 523
Thu 13/313:50CAI - JNB
1 stop18h 45mEtihad Airways
Fri 21/39:55JNB - CAI
1 stop25h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/2R9 376
Sat 22/312:55CAI - JNB
1 stop15h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 6/48:10JNB - CAI
1 stop14h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/2R10 191
Sat 22/321:55CAI - JNB
1 stop28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/421:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2R10 913
Thu 13/320:05CAI - JNB
2 stops18h 15mRwandAir
Fri 21/316:50JNB - CAI
2 stops18h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 7/2R16 120
Fri 1/817:35CAI - JNB
1 stop12h 55mEmirates
Sun 10/810:05JNB - CAI
1 stop13h 45mEmirates
Deal found 6/2R16 138
Tue 29/723:45CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 25mSouth African
Sun 10/821:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 20mSouth African
Deal found 6/2R19 437
Mon 17/321:40CAI - JNB
1 stop18h 20mKenya Airways
Thu 20/31:15JNB - CAI
1 stop31h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/2R21 567
Mon 28/73:55CAI - JNB
2 stops34h 10mKuwait Airways
Sat 9/814:30JNB - CAI
2 stops18h 20mKuwait Airways
Deal found 6/2R25 329

Find flights from Cairo to OR Tambo within your budget

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 7 February 2025.

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CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Fri 28/2

2:20-13:10

1 stop10h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/3

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

R7 171

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sat 22/3

22:45-7:10

Nonstop8h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/4

21:45-6:05

Nonstop8h 20m

R8 523

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Thu 13/3

13:50-8:35

1 stop18h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/3

9:55-11:40

1 stop25h 45m

R9 376

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sat 22/3

12:55-3:55

1 stop15h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/4

8:10-22:50

1 stop14h 40m

R10 191

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sat 22/3

21:55-2:20

1 stop28h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/4

21:45-6:05

Nonstop8h 20m

R10 913

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Thu 13/3

20:05-14:20

2 stops18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/3

16:50-10:55

2 stops18h 05m

R16 120

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Fri 1/8

17:35-5:30

1 stop12h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

10:05-0:50

1 stop13h 45m

R16 138

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Tue 29/7

23:45-7:10

Nonstop8h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

21:45-7:05

Nonstop8h 20m

R19 437

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Mon 17/3

21:40-16:00

1 stop18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/3

1:15-8:20

1 stop31h 05m

R21 567

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Mon 28/7

3:55-13:05

2 stops34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/8

14:30-9:50

2 stops18h 20m

R25 329

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Best time to book a flight from Cairo to OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from Cairo to OR Tambo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cairo to OR Tambo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 31 January 2025.

Booking 43 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 7 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 7 February 2025.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 303 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
3 303 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 303 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
7,5
Good
3 689 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 303 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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.

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 580 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 303 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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.

South African
7,5
Good
45 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 303 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 468 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 303 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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 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 1 outbound flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 4 airlines. Cairo is conveniently located just 18,6 km from Cairo’s city centre.

  • 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 R7 171 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Egyptair and Etihad Airways, starting at R8 523 and R9 376 round-trip. Ethiopian Air is priced at 26% 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 R5 225. Qatar Airways flights start at R5 892 while deals on South African start at R6 096 one-way.

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

    Consider Aegean Airlines (30%), Etihad Airways (30%) or Egyptair (30%) 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 R14 802, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 824. When looking at the most popular route, (Cairo - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R10 154 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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