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Cheapest return fare
R6 223
Typical prices: R7 097-R10 234
Ethiopian Air
Sun 11/1Sat 17/1
JNB - CAI • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
R7 749
Typical prices: R7 766-R10 851
Egyptair
Sun 8/3Sun 15/3
JNB - CAI • Direct
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 13% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheap Flights to Cairo

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Cairo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals to Cairo

Sun, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 17
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 1:20JNB-CAI
17h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:20 - 13:05CAI-JNB
10h 45m1 stop
R6 223Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Jan 13 - Sun, Jan 18
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 1:20JNB-CAI
10h 50m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:20 - 13:05CAI-JNB
10h 45m1 stop
R6 309Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 13
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 1:20JNB-CAI
17h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:20 - 13:05CAI-JNB
10h 45m1 stop
R6 583Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 1:20JNB-CAI
17h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:20 - 13:05CAI-JNB
10h 45m1 stop
R6 754Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 10
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 1:20JNB-CAI
10h 50m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:20 - 13:05CAI-JNB
10h 45m1 stop
R7 371Ethiopian Air
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Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 15
Egyptair Logo
21:45 - 6:15JNB-CAI
8h 30mdirect
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22:50 - 7:10CAI-JNB
8h 20mdirect
R7 749Egyptair
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Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 17
South African Logo
20:25 - 6:15CPT-CAI
33h 50m1 stop
South African Logo
22:50 - 11:40CAI-CPT
12h 50m1 stop
R11 040South African
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Thu, Mar 12 - Tue, Mar 31
South African Logo
20:25 - 6:15CPT-CAI
33h 50m1 stop
South African Logo
22:45 - 11:40CAI-CPT
12h 55m1 stop
R11 211South African
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Sun, Jan 18 - Fri, Jan 23
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 23:05CPT-CAI
34h 30m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
19:35 - 17:25CAI-CPT
21h 50m1 stop
R11 863Qatar Airways
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Sun, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 22
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 17:15CPT-CAI
22h 45m1 stop
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0:50 - 11:40CAI-CPT
34h 50m1 stop
R12 000Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Cairo

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Cairo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Cairo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Cairo is September, where tickets cost R10 251 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and February, where the average cost of tickets from South Africa is R12 977 and R11 503 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is February with an average price of R7 577.

What is a good deal for flights to Cairo?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Cairo, 25% of our users found tickets to Cairo for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport R5 330 one-way - R9 866 return.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairo?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Cairo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 61 days before departure.

Good to know – Book Cheap Cairo Plane Tickets

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flightR4 697
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
Flight from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to Cairo

When to book flights to Cairo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Cairo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. The information is for flights to Cairo based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs - booking Cairo flights

  • How far is Cairo Airport from central Cairo?

    The distance between Cairo Airport and the city centre of Cairo is 19 km.

  • What is the name of Cairo’s airport?

    When flying to Cairo, you'll arrive at Cairo Airport (CAI). The airport is also known as Cairo, Cairo Airport, or Cairo Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Cairo?

    On average, a flight to Cairo costs R8 840. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost R4 290 and departed from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Cairo?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Cairo is Tuesday where tickets can be as cheap as R10 633. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Monday, where prices are R11 971 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Cairo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Cairo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Cairo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairo is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Cairo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cairo with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Cairo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cairo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Cairo?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Cairo is generally in the afternoon, when flights cost R8 174 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Cairo is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R15 092.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Cairo

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Cairo? 25% of our users found return tickets to Cairo for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo R17 152
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Cairo flight deals.

Prefer to fly direct to Cairo?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop to Cairo.
Find which airlines fly direct to Cairo Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

South Africa to Cairo

Monday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +74 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +75 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +74 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +75 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +75 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +76 more

Thursday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +74 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +75 more

Friday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +75 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +76 more

Saturday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +76 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +77 more

Sunday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +77 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +78 more

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Direct returns

Cairo to South Africa

Monday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +74 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +75 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +74 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +75 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +75 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +76 more

Thursday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +74 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +75 more

Friday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +75 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +76 more

Saturday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +76 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +77 more

Sunday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +77 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +78 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Cairo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Cairo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from South Africa to Cairo. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8,1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3423 reviews
8,3Crew
7,9Food
8,1Boarding
8,0Comfort
8,2Entertainment
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in today's time, an airline like emirates didnt serve drinks as requested, Excuse was full flight.

2,0 MediocreAli, Nov 2025DXB - KHI
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in today's time, an airline like emirates didnt serve drinks as requested, Excuse was full flight.

Could not board flight due to visa issue and emirates staff at the airport refused to help rebook flight because it was made by another provider. It took hours of communicating with my provider and Emirates staff each of whom said it was the others responsibility. As the time passed, I was eventually told it was too late for rebooking as I needed to do this at least three hours before the flight. Emirates staff also said the would unboard me but I believe I was recorded as a no show. Our first flight from Sydney to Dubai was more cramped than other airlines which was surprising considering their reputation.

Super flight. On time departure and arrival. Very good service. Luggage arrival at DXB was a little delayed but you can’t have everything the very best :)

The food options were excellent for Economy. It was difficult to find the lounge after clearing security and boarding was clunky

Sadly I couldn't get the food I requested as it was out. Also, if you don't want to be woken up make sure the crew knows it. My wife was woken on every service.

This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

Three meals on a single flight is disgusting. Even if I reject them all, sleeping is impossible and all that food (especially wasted food) is just antithetical to a pleasant flight experience. People were chucking multiple abandoned trays on the floor in front of my seat.

Hospitality is good. Should improve on buggage handling because l lost a suitcase. Layover in Dubai was too long , 6 hours

Fantastic service the managed to locate my checked bag on the plans as re-tagged it for my final destination.

One of the female staff from the cabin crew, forgot to ask us about what we want to drink and focused more on other specific people rather than treating everyone politely. I asked her about the drinks to which she said oh I forgot.

Plane was good Crew was good Food was just ok Could have had more entertainment options But overall good

The service was good but the food was a NO

no qatar did noting wrong Kayak messed up my whole vacation . Went early to check in at The Cairo, Egypt airport to find our I had not tickets to board , Kayak and/or Affirm never sent the money for my flight that I paid for and booked. So I had no flight at 12am in a foreign country and I had to scramble and find anther very costly other option just so that could fly home. Fucken horrible experience.

Paid $10 for wifi for full flight duration and the wifi wasn’t available after initial 2 hours

It never happened. Me flight from Doha to São Paulo was lated and the time of waiting for the luggage arrives when we arrived in São Paulo was about 1 hour and half. So it took a lot of time just waiting the luggage of flight that was already late, consequently we lost the flight to Recife with Latam Airlines and had to go to the Qatar office to arrange another flight to us to Recife, that one with Azul Airlines. It was more 4 hours waiting to this other flight to knows that this other flight was delayed too, total of 5 hours more at the airport to waiting to go home :/

The flight overall was good. The attendants did a good job except that 1 female had too much fragrance on. The other things that made the flight unpleasant were out of the airlines control.

Nothing to complain. The staff and flight was good especially the seats which was better compared than the cloth ones on Qatar airways

The check-in and crew staff were wonderful. The food was reasonable. The online side Qatar was very poor. Seats were very tight and not very comfortable for a 14 hour flight!

I was travelling 3.5 years after. Agree Economy is no business class but the food was mediocre. Ordered a Hindu meal, the salads were bitter . The food was really below quality and had no tast from what I had in the past. Indian Railways probably have a better quality food when compared. However the kids meal was really nice and really appreciate how they were taken care of. The restrooms were dirty .

Reason for travelling Tampa to Orlando is to fly Qatar Airline. we end up with American Airline. This was the miserable experience I ever had in my entire travel history. Flight attendants were rude. They hit my knee with the food cart and I was holding ice pack for 2 hours. I still have the pain after a week. WE boarded the flight twice because of the temperature inside the plan.

Very delayed and uncomfortable seats. Nothing written in Urdu for Pakistanis. Tons of Pakistanis use the airline they should ensure the airline is accommodating them properly.

I was charged $604 for a bag that weighed 17 kg. I was given three different prices until they landed on the most expensive one and didn't budge a penny. It's ironic and a bit enraging because the total cost of my ticket was $468. I've traveled the world and never experienced these kind of prices for only one piece of checked luggage.

One of your male flight attendant was pushy and a bit of a martinette. Completely unnecessary.

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.

Same problem place in the middle so small Im 1,85 m so not good 👍

I am a larger than average person and in my opinion i don't think it's fair to allocate a window seat to anyone who is my size or larger, i was seated between 2 large passengers on a full aircraft. The guy in the window seat also occupied a portion of the middle seat (my seat) which made my experience of flying with etihad very cramped and uncomfortable, i was flying from Abu Dhabi to Bangkok. Had this been a airbus 380 it would have been better as the seats are larger but unfortunately it wasn't so i had to endure the 6+hrs unable to get any rest

Old plane, old entertainment system. It wasn't working throughout the entire flight. I was offered to connect to their system via Wifi to watch on my phone. Crew wasn't very helpful except one lady who turned the experience around.

The check-in has been the very best so far I didn't get to use my priority access which made me feel like a paid a higher price with no benefit for that I loved the food Very tasty and hot The staff friendliness, empathy could be better as it was not linear amongst the whole crew Otherwise, no complaints. I'd still fly again via Etihad Great prices despite the long 6h of waiting time

It was OK as the seat which we paid for doesn’t have any window. We paid $120 for 3 seats but it’s for nothing. Crew could not help. None of the ports worked so all our phones went dry

A380 First Class Apartments were phenomenal. Comfortable bed and matress cover, superior vegetarian five course meal, shower, small business lounge and plenty of exercise walking around the aircraft.

I had a memorable experience. I dont have any comments at this time regarding waht could be better.

It is nice and great but the houstees crew are all the way back arguing with customers and behavior issues same of the crew i saw that also all the trips were very much butter!

My recent experience with ASKY Airlines was disappointing. The check-in process was disorganized, and I was provided with inaccurate information regarding baggage requirements, resulting in unforeseen expenses. Additionally, the ground staff demonstrated a lack of professionalism and appeared insufficiently trained to handle passenger needs effectively. Regrettably, this initial encounter has left me reluctant to consider future travel with the airline.

The Boeing 737 MAX on this route, flown in the middle of the night, is an UTTER FAILURE for business travellers. The whole point of business travel is to arrive alert and recover from travel quickly, and this little aeroplane with its quarter recline uncomfortable business seats does nothing for that. It’s a small step up from economy in that you have decent legroom, but that’s it. Absolute margin at the cost of the traveller.

POSITIVES The hostesses were mostly pleasant, NEGATIVES The full flight wifi was horrible, hardly able to use it. My charger port was not working which made me use my neighbour's port which resulted in an accident which ruined her flight. During dinner, meat ran out when the cart got to us forcing us to eat vegetarian which was not great. We watched everyone around us eating meat. My wifi did not transfer to the second leg of my trip as they promised as they changed the plane. I was thrown off the window seat I booked for the 2nd leg of my journey as they changed planes, all done at my expense. This was not a cheap flight ($2600) which i hurriedly had to book to attend my mother's funeral who passed away suddenly. I was honestly disappointed with the whole saga as I heard Ethiopian Airlines was one of Africa's best.

The food was terrible and the seating was uncomfortable, but the airline did a great thing letting us board in Abbis Ababa on our connecting flight after our original flight was very delayed.

Delays delays making us miss or next connection to IAD hence having to stay additional 24 hrs in Addis Ababa

Checking in wasn't organized, too many so-called diplomats were jumping line while everyone was waiting in line. They should have their own line not to impede on other passengers that was also waiting to be served. We all paid money and there should be no discrimination because everyone's money should have the same value diplomat or not! If they want to give diplomats some special treatment then let them create their own check in desk and not treat other passengers some that are (elderly, some with children, pregnant women) making them stand longer in line than necessary just because people are jumping line 😡

Were not told that carryon laggage has to be only 12 kgs but my bag was heavier asked to pay an additional $550.00. I could have upgraded to a bussiness class for that price and no one at the gate to upgrade but able to take money for the extra weight. I felt like this was a setup scam.

Forgotten Suite inside of the top compartment but went back to ask and they didn’t leave at the lost and found place. Also the checking in was so horrible. I had multi city and one of the passenger saint have visa go go go Dubai. The Ethiopian airlines never had information about requirement for US permanent resident so couldn’t go to Dubai. And when coming back to US we were told we can not use our Addis to Washington ticket and they forced us to get new ticket. Very horrible experience.

I lost my bad at Cairo’s airpor… it wasn’t shipped with me on the plane

Has upgraded from inside from leather sets to new version of touch screens ,,thank u

There is no respect or customer service whatsoever in Egypt airline extremely poor customer service never fly again. Find ticket with adjective airline. It’s like throwing money in the trash.

The plane was falling apart. Screens didn't work. My chair didn't work. My tray didn't work. It makes me nervous about the maintenance of vital functions for flight. The food is horrible. We never eat it.

Our flight was delayed for more than three hours due to mechanical issues. Please compensate.

Made to check carryon and had more than 500 dollars stolen buy airline

flight was late, after landing they made us stay 30 min-hour on the plane, very uncomfortable and not clean at all. Trash all over the plane very unsanitary

Nice flight, friendly crew, and a decent in-flight meal.

Check in was madness. Boarding was madness. The flight itself was OK, and the flight attendants were nice. Connection to my next flight was two hours. But based on my arrival gate in Cairo, and next departure gate in Cairo, the whole two hours were needed given the inefficient procedures. At the end of my journey (connected to Lufthansa after Egyptair), my checked luggage did not arrive, and after 4 days, has still not arrived.

Everything was ok except cleanliness of the plane, it was poor.

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