How long is the flight from South Africa to Egypt?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Egypt you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo takes 8h 20m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Cairo takes 16h 35m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

What are the most popular cities to visit in Egypt?

Some of the world’s most well-travelled cities are in Egypt. The most popular city to travel to in Egypt is Cairo, which momondo users choose as their landing destination 73% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in Egypt are Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh.

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Flights to Hurghada

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Egyptair

Mar 8

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Mar 8

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Flights to Sharm el-Sheikh

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21:45 - 6:15

JNB

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8h 30mdirect

22:50 - 7:10

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8h 20mdirect

R7 031Egyptair

Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 15

21:45 - 6:15

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8h 30mdirect

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R7 048Egyptair

Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 15

14:30 - 1:20

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CAI

10h 50m1 stop

2:20 - 13:05

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10h 45m1 stop

R7 267Ethiopian Air

Sun, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 20

8:20 - 1:20

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17h 00m1 stop

2:20 - 13:05

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R7 301Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jan 26 - Sun, Feb 1

8:20 - 1:20

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CAI

17h 00m1 stop

2:20 - 13:05

CAI

JNB

10h 45m1 stop

R7 317Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 22

21:45 - 6:15

JNB

CAI

8h 30mdirect

22:45 - 7:10

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JNB

8h 25mdirect

R7 520Egyptair

Sun, Mar 22 - Sun, Mar 29

19:05 - 3:45

JNB

HRG

32h 40m1 stop

5:00 - 10:50

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29h 50m1 stop

R10 504Turkish Airlines

Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 2

19:05 - 10:50

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SSH

15h 45m1 stop

11:45 - 10:50

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JNB

23h 05m1 stop

R10 706Turkish Airlines

Sun, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 1

20:25 - 6:05

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33h 40m1 stop

22:45 - 11:40

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CPT

12h 55m1 stop

R11 145South African

Sat, Mar 28 - Sat, Apr 4

18:55 - 17:35

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CAI

22h 40m1 stop

20:20 - 17:30

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CPT

21h 10m1 stop

R11 246Qatar Airways

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1

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JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

21:45-6:15

Nonstop8h 30m

Cairo

Sun 15/3

22:50-7:10

Nonstop8h 20m

R7 031

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

21:45-6:15

Nonstop8h 30m

Cairo

Sun 15/3

22:50-7:10

Nonstop8h 20m

R7 048

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Tue 20/1

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R7 267

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Sun 1/2

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R7 301

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/1

8:20-1:20

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Thu 22/1

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R7 317

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

21:45-6:15

Nonstop8h 30m

Cairo

Sun 29/3

22:45-7:10

Nonstop8h 25m

R7 520

JohannesburgHurghada

JNB - HRG

JNBHRG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:05-3:45

1 stop32h 40m

Hurghada

Mon 2/2

5:00-10:50

1 stop29h 50m

R10 504

JohannesburgSharm el-Sheikh

JNB - SSH

JNBSSH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

19:05-10:50

1 stop15h 45m

Sharm el-Sheikh Ophira

Sun 1/3

11:45-10:50

1 stop23h 05m

R10 706

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/3

20:25-6:05

1 stop33h 40m

Cairo

Sat 4/4

22:45-11:40

1 stop12h 55m

R11 145

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

18:55-17:35

1 stop22h 40m

Cairo

Sun 1/2

20:20-17:30

1 stop21h 10m

R11 246

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What is the cheapest flight to Egypt?

The cheapest flights to Egypt recently found by momondo users are R861 with AlMasria Airlines, R1 349 with Egyptair, and R1 373 with Air Cairo.

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Summary info about Egypt flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 687
Best Round-Trip Price	R7 031
Fastest flight time	21h 05m

The best one-way flight price to Egypt from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 687 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo).

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The best round-trip flight price to Egypt from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R7 031 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo).

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The fastest flight to Egypt from South Africa takes 21h 05m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Egypt

What is the best airport to land at to visit Tahrir Square?

The closest airport to Tahrir Square is Cairo Airport, which is located in Cairo. If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at Cairo Airport will be your best bet.

Which airlines fly to Egypt?

There are a total of 9 airlines that operate flight routes to Egypt, with Ethiopian Air being the most popular option. An estimated 63% of those flying into Egypt choose to fly with Ethiopian Air. If you’re unable to find tickets with Ethiopian Air, then Qatar Airways and Egyptair are also popular airlines to fly with.

What is the most popular airport in Egypt to fly to?

Cairo is the most popular airport in Egypt to fly to, with 60% of all users travelling to Egypt opting to take a flight into this airport. If you’re interested in staying in Cairo, which is the city in Egypt that is closest to Cairo, then be sure to check momondo for cheap flight deals.

How much are flights to Egypt?

The cheapest flight to Egypt recently found on momondo was R4 828. If you’re unable to find a flight deal this cheap, keep in mind that anything less than R7 098 is considered a good price for flights to Egypt. R8 374 is the average cost to fly to Egypt, while R42 999 is the most expensive.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Egypt?

Flying to Egypt on a Thursday or Tuesday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to Egypt is on a Saturday.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Egypt?

Prices for flights to Egypt were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Egypt?

As of December 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights to Egypt.

How old do you have to be to fly to Egypt?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Egypt.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Egypt?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Egypt may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Egypt. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Egypt?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Egypt. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights to Egypt with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches to Egypt on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Egypt?

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