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Cheapest return flight
R9 738
Typical prices: R10 388-R12 971
Ethiopian Air
Mon 22/10Sun 28/10
CPT - CAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 830
Typical prices: R5 781-R7 814
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/10
CPT - CAI • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Cairo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 12% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R11 303 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 14h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Cairo (CPT-CAI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Cairo

Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 2:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:20 - 14:10CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 738Ethiopian Air
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 2:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:20 - 14:10CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 754Ethiopian Air
Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 24
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
21h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 10:30CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 927Qatar Airways
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 12:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
21h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
0:40 - 17:30CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 008Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:25 - 2:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
28h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:20 - 18:35CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 285Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:55 - 2:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
28h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:20 - 19:45CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 611Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Sep 29
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 6:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
33h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
2:30 - 18:05CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R12 164Emirates
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 10
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 18:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
21h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
8:30 - 18:05CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R12 523Emirates
Fri, Dec 11 - Tue, Feb 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:00 - 19:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
29h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:25 - 23:00CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R12 800Turkish Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:00 - 19:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
29h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:45 - 23:00CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R13 744Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Cairo flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Cairo with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Cairo?

Return flights from Cape Town to Cairo start at R9 738. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R10 388 to R12 971. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R9 738 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cairo?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cairo and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Cairo?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Cairo at R10 178 return.
•July (R12 734) and December (R12 376) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Cairo the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Cairo are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Cairo flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R5 830
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Cairo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Cairo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Cairo flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Cairo?

    Flights from Cape Town to Cairo usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Cairo (CAI).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Cairo?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Cairo:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Cairo pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Cairo most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 13% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Cairo?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Cape Town to Cairo route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R10 959 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R12 295, a difference of R1 335. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cairo?

    Tahrir Square is one of the most viewed places in Cairo on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Cairo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 8% above the route average of R11 564. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Cairo?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Cairo takes 0h 00m, covering 11 664 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Cairo?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Cairo changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R9 738 to R78 380. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Cairo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Cairo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R6 144, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Cairo?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 08m, compared to 14h 26m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and 17h 09m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Cairo?

    Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Cape Town (Eastern European Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cairo Airport (CAI)?

    Cairo Airport (CAI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R176 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Cairo flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Cairo range from R10 388 to R12 971, with an average of R11 564 over the past 12 months. Anything below R10 388 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Cairo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R10 959 – about R1 335 less than Wednesday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Cairo trip for October. Fares historically average R10 178 return in that month – typically R2 557 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cairo Airport.
    - Le Méridien Cairo Airport
    - Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
    - Novotel Cairo Airport

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