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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairo from R4 519

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Jun 3 — Jun 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 May 2026.

Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 23/68:15
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/4R7 261
Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/615:00
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop18h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5R7 310
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 25/919:45
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5R7 377
Thu 22/109:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop30h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 1/117:25
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5R7 410
Sat 19/99:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop30h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 25/919:45
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/4R7 543
Wed 2/99:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 14/1019:45
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5R7 626
Mon 31/89:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 14/1019:45
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5R7 676
Thu 3/99:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop18h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 14/1019:45
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5R7 842
Thu 15/109:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop30h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 27/1019:55
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop13h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/5R7 908
Sat 17/109:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop30h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 29/108:25
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/5R7 925
Sun 20/99:50
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop18h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 29/919:45
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5R8 041
Wed 6/519:30
CPT
-
CAI
1 stop15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/514:05
CAI
-
CPT
1 stop24h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R10 567

Find flight deals from South Africa to Cairo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Cairo flight deals. Data was last updated 4 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 261

One-way from

R4 519

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 556

Good round-trip deal

R9 213 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 671 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/6-23/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 25m total
  • South Africa to Cairo
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 20m total
  • South Africa to Cairo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R10 086 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 694 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Cairo 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 4 May 2026.
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Price

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JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

9:50-17:20

1 stop30h 30m

Cairo

Sun 20/9

8:15-8:20

1 stop25h 05m

R8 673

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

14:45-10:50

1 stop19h 05m

Cairo

Sat 19/9

2:15-15:20

1 stop14h 05m

R10 268

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

19:30-12:00

1 stop15h 30m

Cairo

Fri 19/6

12:50-10:15

1 stop22h 25m

R10 633

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

19:50-12:00

1 stop15h 10m

Cairo

Mon 15/6

14:05-4:00

1 stop14h 55m

R10 766

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/6

19:30-12:00

1 stop15h 30m

Cairo

Wed 24/6

14:10-10:15

1 stop21h 05m

R10 866

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

18:00-4:20

1 stop33h 20m

Cairo

Sat 26/9

22:15-9:40

2 stops36h 25m

R11 381
Fastest return journey

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/6

13:50-2:05

1 stop11h 15m

Cairo

Wed 1/7

3:20-14:10

1 stop11h 50m

R13 458

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

9:00-2:05

2 stops16h 05m

Cairo

Tue 20/10

3:20-14:10

1 stop11h 50m

R13 657

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

13:15-12:10

1 stop21h 55m

Cairo

Thu 24/9

19:55-17:30

1 stop22h 35m

R13 674

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

9:00-2:05

2 stops16h 05m

Cairo

Thu 18/6

3:20-14:10

1 stop11h 50m

R13 790

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Cairo

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Cairo

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

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Cairo is 26 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cairo (average of R7 327). Flying from South Africa to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 219). 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 CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 May 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 Cairo as you normally would.

How often are flights from South Africa to Cairo delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between South Africa and Cairo 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 Cairo 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 Cairo flights?

Over the past year, Egyptair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairo. 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 Cairo. Reviews last updated 4 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from South Africa to Cairo. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 723 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 433 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
999 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Egyptair
6,5
Okay
426 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Cairo. 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 into for flights to Cairo from South Africa?

    Cairo (CAI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Cairo. It is only a 18,6 km journey from Cairo (CAI) to Cairo’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Cairo?

    Airlines like Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines fly from South Africa to Cairo in about 19h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 15m. South Africa and Cairo are separated by a distance of 6260 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Egyptair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 215. Qatar Airways flights start at R4 337 while deals on South African start at R4 673 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Cairo?

    The most popular flight routes from South Africa to Cairo are Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo, Cape Town Intl - Cairo and Johannesburg Lanseria - Cairo.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Cairo?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Africa to Cairo are Aegean Airlines (68%), Egyptair (68%) and South African (68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Cairo?

    On average you can expect to pay R20 457 for a flight from South Africa to Cairo. The cheapest flight overall is R5 805 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo) is currently priced at R8 540.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cairo (average of R7 327). Flying from South Africa to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 219). 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 Cairo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Cairo. 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 4 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 008AverageR10 629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 292AverageR7 204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR6 688AverageR8 202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 156AverageR9 805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 673AverageR11 285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapestR10 067AverageR12 028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 262AverageR13 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR12 588AverageR14 066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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