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Cheap flights from Egypt to South Africa from R5 238

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 26/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAI — JNB
Aug 12 — Aug 191
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 13 July 2026.

Fri 10/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 24/714:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/7R7 369
Fri 24/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/714:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/7R7 483
Thu 15/1023:45
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Sun 15/1121:45
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Deal found 12/7R7 531
Sun 12/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 16/722:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/7R7 548
Mon 20/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 28/714:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/7R7 808
Mon 27/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 9/88:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/7R9 174
Mon 27/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 7/88:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/7R9 239
Tue 11/83:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 3/98:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/7R9 435
Thu 23/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 2/814:30
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/7R9 532
Fri 24/73:20
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 2/88:20
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/7R9 565
Tue 10/112:20
CAI
-
CPT
1 stop12h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 18/1113:50
CPT
-
CAI
1 stop11h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R9 630
Tue 1/122:20
CAI
-
CPT
1 stop12h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 13/1215:25
CPT
-
CAI
1 stop33h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/7R10 264

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 13 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 483

One-way from

R5 238

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 004

Good round-trip deal

R7 895 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 107 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 24/7-29/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • Egypt to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 26/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 45m total
  • Egypt to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 202 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 011 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 13 July 2026.
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CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Thu 15/10

13:00-9:10

1 stop21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

13:45-23:05

1 stop33h 20m

R9 825

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Thu 6/8

12:50-9:10

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

20:55-17:55

1 stop20h 00m

R10 492

CairoCape Town

CAI - CPT

CAICPT

Cairo

Sat 31/10

1:20-17:25

1 stop16h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/11

12:35-23:05

1 stop34h 30m

R10 996

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Wed 12/8

14:10-9:10

1 stop20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

20:55-12:10

1 stop14h 15m

R11 565

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Tue 28/7

0:40-9:10

1 stop33h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

20:55-17:55

1 stop20h 00m

R11 565

CairoCape Town

CAI - CPT

CAICPT

Cairo

Sat 26/9

0:40-17:30

1 stop17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

13:15-12:05

1 stop21h 50m

R11 777

CairoCape Town

CAI - CPT

CAICPT

Cairo

Sun 23/8

0:40-10:15

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

19:30-12:10

1 stop15h 40m

R11 940
Fastest return journey

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Mon 10/8

3:20-13:25

1 stop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

14:30-2:05

1 stop10h 35m

R12 118

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Tue 11/8

3:20-13:25

1 stop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

8:20-2:05

1 stop16h 45m

R12 476

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Tue 11/8

3:20-13:25

1 stop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

8:20-2:05

1 stop16h 45m

R12 476

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Egypt to South Africa (average of R2 960). Flying from Egypt to South Africa in May is currently the most expensive (average of R6 653). 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 13 July 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 43% of weekly flights between Egypt and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 216 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?

Tuesday 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 43% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 45 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Egypt to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 13 July 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
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,3

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
7,6
Good
62 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,3

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
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,3

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
1 010 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,3

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
436 reviews
South African
7,6
Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,3

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 R12 737, Qatar Airways can have you in South Africa from Egypt in 16h 35m. The distance from Egypt to South Africa is about 7248 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 Qatar Airways (R3 945), Etihad Airways (R4 541), and Egyptair (R4 732).

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Egypt to South Africa (average of R2 960). Flying from Egypt to South Africa in May is currently the most expensive (average of R6 653). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapestR6 344AverageR8 864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 486AverageR10 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR6 563AverageR12 171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 301AverageR11 048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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