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 75% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in Egypt are Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh.

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 12h 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.

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Flights to Cairo

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Nov 30

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Ethiopian Air

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Flights to Hurghada

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 18

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Feb 18

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Flights to Sharm el-Sheikh

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 25

JNB

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Egyptair

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Jan 3

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Nov 25

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14:30 - 1:20JNB-CAI

10h 50m1 stop

2:20 - 13:05CAI-JNB

10h 45m1 stop

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Sun, Nov 30 - Fri, Dec 5

14:30 - 1:20JNB-CAI

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Tue, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 30

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Wed, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 23

18:10 - 6:15CPT-CAI

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22:50 - 11:40CAI-CPT

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20:25 - 6:15CPT-CAI

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Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12

12:35 - 11:05CPT-CAI

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12:35 - 18:20CPT-CAI

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Fri, Feb 6 - Fri, Feb 13

21:45 - 23:35JNB-SSH

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8:55 - 7:10SSH-JNB

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Mon, Mar 16 - Thu, Mar 19

21:45 - 13:45JNB-SSH

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15:30 - 7:10SSH-JNB

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JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Fri 5/12

2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R6 237

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

Tue 28/4

3:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R6 852

JohannesburgSharm el-Sheikh

JNB - SSH

JNBSSH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

19:10-4:00

1 stop32h 50m

Sharm el-Sheikh Ophira

Sun 30/11

4:55-10:50

1 stop29h 55m

R10 577

JohannesburgHurghada

JNB - HRG

JNBHRG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

19:05-3:45

1 stop32h 40m

Hurghada

Mon 23/2

5:00-10:50

1 stop29h 50m

R10 730

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

18:10-6:15

1 stop12h 05m

Cairo

Thu 19/2

22:50-11:40

1 stop12h 50m

R11 448

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

20:25-6:15

1 stop33h 50m

Cairo

Thu 12/2

22:50-11:40

1 stop12h 50m

R11 636

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

12:35-11:05

1 stop22h 30m

Cairo

Tue 17/2

1:20-17:25

1 stop16h 05m

R11 722

Cape TownCairo

CPT - CAI

CPTCAI

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

12:35-18:20

1 stop29h 45m

Cairo

Fri 13/2

20:20-17:25

1 stop21h 05m

R11 756

JohannesburgSharm el-Sheikh

JNB - SSH

JNBSSH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

21:45-23:35

1 stop25h 50m

Sharm el-Sheikh Ophira

Thu 19/3

8:55-7:10

1 stop22h 15m

R11 824

JohannesburgSharm el-Sheikh

JNB - SSH

JNBSSH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

21:45-13:45

1 stop16h 00m

Sharm el-Sheikh Ophira

Thu 19/3

15:30-7:10

1 stop15h 40m

R11 892

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Egypt flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest flight to Egypt?

The cheapest flights to Egypt recently found by momondo users are R873 with AlMasria Airlines, R1 367 with Egyptair, and R1 392 with Air Cairo.

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Summary info about Egypt flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 904
Best Round-Trip Price	R6 237
Fastest flight time	8h 20m

The best one-way flight price to Egypt from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 904 (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 R6 237 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo).

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The fastest flight to Egypt from South Africa takes 8h 20m (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 8 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 59% 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 565. If you’re unable to find a flight deal this cheap, keep in mind that anything less than R17 271 is considered a good price for flights to Egypt. R19 715 is the average cost to fly to Egypt, while R45 702 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 November 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?

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How can momondo help me find flights to Egypt?

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