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Cheap flights from Egypt to South Africa from R4 864

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 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAI — JNB
Apr 19 — Apr 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Egypt to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Egypt to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 March 2026.

Thu 7/523:45
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Fri 22/521:45
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Deal found 19/3R6 688
Sun 20/1222:50
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Egyptair
Sun 10/121:45
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Deal found 16/3R7 060
Sat 19/1222:50
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Egyptair
Sun 10/121:45
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Deal found 16/3R7 364
Sat 27/623:45
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Mon 13/721:45
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Deal found 16/3R7 685
Wed 6/53:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 22/58:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/3R7 921
Mon 13/42:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 21/48:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/3R7 972
Sun 12/42:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 20/48:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/3R8 022
Fri 24/43:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/414:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/3R8 056
Wed 29/43:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 7/514:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/3R8 360
Tue 26/523:45
CAI
-
CPT
1 stop12h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/618:05
CPT
-
CAI
1 stop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R10 269
Sat 23/523:45
CAI
-
CPT
1 stop12h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/517:50
CPT
-
CAI
1 stop12h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3R10 488
Thu 30/423:45
CAI
-
CPT
1 stop12h 55m
South African
Thu 7/520:25
CPT
-
CAI
1 stop33h 45m
South African
Deal found 16/3R10 927

Find flight deals from Egypt to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Egypt to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 20 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 688

One-way from

R4 864

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 225

Good round-trip deal

R6 461 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 258 or less
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 7/5-22/5
  • Nonstop
  • 16h 50m total
  • Egypt to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 21/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 00m total
  • Egypt to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 431 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 116 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Egypt to South Africa 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 20 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Fri 24/4

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

8:20-2:05

1 stop16h 45m

R9 559

CairoCape Town

CAI - CPT

CAICPT

Cairo

Wed 15/4

13:40-11:30

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

13:00-11:40

1 stop22h 40m

R10 978

CairoCape Town

CAI - CPT

CAICPT

Cairo

Thu 16/4

22:45-22:45

1 stop24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/4

11:05-7:10

1 stop19h 05m

R11 164

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Thu 21/5

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

5:30-2:05

2 stops19h 35m

R11 282

CairoCape Town

CAI - CPT

CAICPT

Cairo

Tue 7/4

2:15-17:20

1 stop15h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/4

13:00-9:35

1 stop20h 35m

R11 688

CairoCape Town

CAI - CPT

CAICPT

Cairo

Tue 7/4

11:35-10:15

1 stop22h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/4

13:00-9:35

1 stop20h 35m

R11 890

CairoCape Town

CAI - CPT

CAICPT

Cairo

Thu 9/4

18:55-10:15

1 stop15h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

13:00-9:35

1 stop20h 35m

R12 228
Fastest return journey

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Fri 19/6

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/6

14:30-2:05

1 stop10h 35m

R12 363

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Mon 13/7

19:55-4:00

1 stop33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

14:45-12:10

1 stop20h 25m

R12 549

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sun 12/4

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

14:30-2:05

1 stop10h 35m

R13 562

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Best time to book a flight from Egypt to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Egypt with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Egypt to South Africa

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Egypt to South Africa (average of R2 027). Flying from Egypt to South Africa in May is currently the most expensive (average of R7 212). 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 EG to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Egypt to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 March 2026.

When flying from Egypt to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from Egypt to South Africa delayed?

About 41% of weekly flights between Egypt and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 201 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Egypt to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Egyptair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 41% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 20 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with South African,Qatar Airways, andEthiopian Air from Egypt to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
South African
7,5
Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,4

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
South African
7,5
Good
58 reviews
South African
7,5
Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,4

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 734 reviews
South African
7,5
Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,4

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
971 reviews
South African
7,5
Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,4

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
Egyptair
6,6
Okay
413 reviews
South African
7,5
Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Food

7,4

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

7,5

Crew

8,0

Reviews

1 / 2
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Egypt to South Africa. 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 Egypt to South Africa?

    For as low as R9 559, Ethiopian Air can have you in South Africa from Egypt in 10h 45m. The distance from Egypt to South Africa is about 6260 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Egypt to South Africa are Etihad Airways (R4 626), Egyptair (R5 024), and Qatar Airways (R5 517).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Egypt to South Africa (average of R2 027). Flying from Egypt to South Africa in May is currently the most expensive (average of R7 212). 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 4 airlines flying from Egypt to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Egypt to South Africa. 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 20 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapestR6 720AverageR8 511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 774AverageR10 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
South AfricanCheapestR6 815AverageR12 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search South African flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 688AverageR12 935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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