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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cairo from R4 965

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Jan 22 — Jan 291
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Cairo are usually found in November or February, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Cairo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Cairo (CAI). 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 862

One-way from

R4 965

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R9 498
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 2/2-15/2
  • Nonstop
  • 16h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairo
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairo
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Sun 2/221:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Sat 15/222:50CAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 17/1R7 862
Fri 18/49:55JNB - CAI
1 stop25h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 26/42:20CAI - JNB
1 stop31h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/1R7 881
Sat 15/28:20JNB - CAI
1 stop17h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 21/22:20CAI - JNB
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/1R8 069
Sun 2/213:20JNB - CAI
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Sat 15/212:55CAI - JNB
1 stop15h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1R9 254
Sun 2/221:45JNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/221:55CAI - JNB
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1R10 683
Wed 12/218:50JNB - CAI
1 stop19h 25mEmirates
Thu 20/219:30CAI - JNB
1 stop25h 20mEmirates
Deal found 16/1R14 651
Sat 18/119:40JNB - CAI
1 stop28h 25mAir France
Thu 23/12:05CAI - JNB
2 stops43h 55mAir France
Deal found 16/1R16 325
Wed 12/27:00HLA - CAI
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/22:20CAI - HLA
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R17 604

Find flights from Johannesburg to Cairo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 17 January 2025.

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JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/2

21:45-6:10

Nonstop8h 25m

Cairo

Sat 15/2

22:50-7:10

Nonstop8h 20m

R7 862

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/4

9:55-11:35

1 stop25h 40m

Cairo

Sat 26/4

2:20-8:35

1 stop31h 15m

R7 881

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/2

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Fri 21/2

2:20-13:10

1 stop10h 50m

R8 069

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/2

13:20-10:55

1 stop21h 35m

Cairo

Sat 15/2

12:55-3:55

1 stop15h 00m

R9 254

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/2

21:45-6:10

Nonstop8h 25m

Cairo

Mon 10/2

21:55-14:20

1 stop16h 25m

R10 683

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/6

17:55-20:45

1 stop25h 50m

Cairo

Wed 25/6

6:10-10:35

1 stop29h 25m

R11 774

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

18:50-14:15

1 stop19h 25m

Cairo

Thu 20/2

19:30-20:50

1 stop25h 20m

R14 651

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/1

23:55-0:05

2 stops24h 10m

Cairo

Sun 9/2

2:05-22:00

2 stops43h 55m

R16 476

JohannesburgCairo

HLA - CAI

HLACAI

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 12/2

7:00-18:05

2 stops35h 05m

Cairo

Wed 19/2

2:20-22:05

2 stops19h 45m

R17 604

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/3

13:20-10:55

1 stop21h 35m

R4 965

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Cairo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cairo. 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 Johannesburg to Cairo?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo (average of R447). Flying from Johannesburg to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of R628). 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 JNB to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 17 January 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 46% on flights from Johannesburg to Cairo by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Cairo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Cairo flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cairo by month

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

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

Temperature in Cairo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

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 17 January 2025.
8,1
Very Good
739 reviews

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

8,1
Very Good
739 reviews
8,1
Very Good
739 reviews

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
8,1
Very Good
739 reviews

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

7,7
Good
53 reviews
8,1
Very Good
739 reviews

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
8,1
Very Good
739 reviews

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Cairo (CAI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cairo from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights to the Cairo airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 18,6 km journey from Cairo (CAI) to Cairo’s city centre.

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

    Egyptair, at R7 862, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Cairo.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air. Egyptair is currently priced 17% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R4 965. Egyptair flights start at R5 736 while deals on Etihad Airways start at R5 793 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Cairo from Johannesburg, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Aegean Airlines (50%), Etihad Airways (50%), South African( 50%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cairo?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo is generally R26 842, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 931. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo), you can expect to pay R6 940 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Cairo?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Cairo flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Cairo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Cairo?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairo (average of R447). Flying from Johannesburg to Cairo in December is currently the most expensive (average of R628). 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 Johannesburg to Cairo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapestR6 473AverageR7 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 859AverageR8 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 995AverageR9 020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR7 779AverageR9 688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 178AverageR10 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 245AverageR12 115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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South AfricanCheapestR11 609AverageR13 698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 827AverageR15 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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