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Flight deals from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 7,213. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Johannesburg.R 5,076 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,076, select.

Johannesburg.R 5,144 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cairo on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,144, select.

Johannesburg.R 5,152 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cairo on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,152, select.

Johannesburg.R 5,278 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Jan.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,278, select.

Johannesburg.R 5,338 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cairo on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,338, select.

Johannesburg.R 5,609 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cairo on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,609, select.

Johannesburg.R 5,636 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cairo on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,636, select.

Johannesburg.R 5,651 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Feb.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cairo on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,651, select.

Johannesburg.R 5,654 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cairo on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,654, select.

Johannesburg.R 5,661 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,661, select.

Johannesburg.R 5,744 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu, 10 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,744, select.

Johannesburg.R 6,173 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov.One-way flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Cairo on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,173, select.

Johannesburg.R 6,176 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Jan.One-way flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Cairo on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,176, select.

Johannesburg.R 6,177 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Cairo on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,177, select.

Johannesburg.R 6,178 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Cairo on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,178, select.

Johannesburg.R 6,178 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Cairo on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,178, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

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Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

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Cairo to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 5,076
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	8 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airline	EgyptAir
Average flights per week	17

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is R 7,026. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

8 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Which airlines fly direct from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

EgyptAir, Aegean Airlines and South African Airways fly direct from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

How many flights are there a week from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

As of July 2026, there are 17 flights per week flying from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Monday, 7 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 20 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

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When is the best time to book flights to Johannesburg?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Flying from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is 8 hours 25 minutes.
Cairo and Johannesburg are both in the UTC+2 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from CAI to JNB start at 22:40 — the first with EgyptAir. The latest departure is at 23:55 with EgyptAir. In total, you can choose from four weekly Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your CAI to JNB flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
EgyptAir has direct flights from Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Johannesburg — and maybe even more of South Africa if your schedule allows.
EgyptAir is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for CAI to JNB flights is EgyptAir.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CAI and JNB include:
- Istanbul Airport
- Addis Ababa Airport
- Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport

Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)

Of all flights leaving Cairo Airport, 65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Cairo to Cairo Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near CAI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)

If you're getting in on a late Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near JNB:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and see more of Johannesburg and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport around three weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)

April is the most popular month for flights from Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Johannesburg in March.
Book your flight from Cairo Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport for January if you want to go to Johannesburg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to JNB in July. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.

Explore more of South Africa

You've seen Johannesburg, now it's time to discover other corners of South Africa. Travel about 18 kilometres west to Soweto to check off its must-visit sights. From Soweto to Hector Pieterson Museum and Nelson Mandela Former House, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of South Africa, consider Pretoria, roughly 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. Statue of Nelson Mandela, Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve are key reasons to visit.