Which airlines fly to Cairo?

Ethiopian Air, Egyptair and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairo from Johannesburg according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cairo. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Cairo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to Cairo on average per day?

The number of flights available between Johannesburg and Cairo is 1 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 21:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Cairo flights?

According to our data, Egyptair have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Cairo delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Johannesburg and Cairo have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 164 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Cairo flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Cairo?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Johannesburg to Cairo

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to Cairo on average per week?

9 flights are operational weekly from Johannesburg to Cairo as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 44% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Cairo Airport?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Cairo Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Cairo Airport?

As of January 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to Cairo Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Cairo Airport?

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 from Johannesburg to Cairo Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairo Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairo Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairo Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Cairo?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R5 979 to R8 025. The lowest price recently found on this route was R6 906.

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21:45 - 6:15

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CAI

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22:50 - 7:10

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R6 906Egyptair

Mon, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 17

21:45 - 6:15

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CAI

8h 30mdirect

22:50 - 7:10

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8h 20mdirect

R6 938Egyptair

Fri, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 14

21:45 - 6:15

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CAI

8h 30mdirect

22:50 - 7:10

CAI

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8h 20mdirect

R6 986Egyptair

Mon, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 17

21:45 - 7:10

JNB

CAI

8h 25mdirect

23:45 - 7:10

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JNB

8h 25mdirect

R7 082Egyptair

Mon, May 4 - Sat, May 9

8:20 - 1:20

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CAI

17h 00m

1 stop

2:20 - 13:05

CAI

JNB

10h 45m

1 stop

R7 401Ethiopian Air

Thu, Mar 12 - Wed, Mar 18

21:45 - 7:10

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CAI

8h 25mdirect

23:45 - 7:10

CAI

JNB

8h 25mdirect

R7 497Egyptair

Wed, Apr 29 - Sun, May 3

8:20 - 1:20

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CAI

17h 00m

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2:20 - 13:05

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JNB

10h 45m

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R7 737Ethiopian Air

Sun, Mar 8 - Fri, Mar 13

12:45 - 18:20

JNB

CAI

29h 35m

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1:20 - 15:25

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14h 05m

1 stop

R7 913Qatar Airways

Tue, Feb 10 - Thu, Feb 12

14:30 - 1:20

JNB

CAI

10h 50m

1 stop

2:20 - 13:05

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10h 45m

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R8 105Ethiopian Air

Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Apr 19

12:05 - 21:15

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33h 10m

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16:55 - 20:50

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27h 55m

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R122 976Multiple Airlines

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Egyptair flights from Johannesburg to Cairo

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Feb 1

JNB21:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

8h 30m

CAI6:00Cairo

Feb 17

CAI22:50Cairo

8h 20m

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Feb 9

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

8h 30m

CAI6:15Cairo

Feb 17

CAI22:50Cairo

8h 20m

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R6 906

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Feb 9

JNB21:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

8h 30m

CAI6:15Cairo

Feb 15

CAI22:50Cairo

8h 20m

JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R6 938

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Feb 2

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 50m

1 stop

CAI1:20Cairo

Feb 8

CAI2:20Cairo

10h 45m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

R6 730

Ethiopian Air

Mar 8

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 00m

1 stop

CAI1:20Cairo

Mar 13

CAI2:20Cairo

10h 45m

1 stop

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

R6 970

Ethiopian Air

Feb 13

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 50m

1 stop

CAI1:20Cairo

Feb 19

CAI2:20Cairo

17h 50m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

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21:45-6:15

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21:45-6:15

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21:45-7:10

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8:20-1:20

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Cairo

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2:20-13:05

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JNB - CAI

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21:45-7:10

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Cairo

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JNB - CAI

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8:20-1:20

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Cairo

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2:20-13:05

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12:45-18:20

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Cairo

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1:20-15:25

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R7 913

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JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

14:30-1:20

1 stop10h 50m

Cairo

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2:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

R8 105

JohannesburgCairo

HLA - CAI

HLACAI

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 5/2

12:05-21:15

2 stops33h 10m

Cairo

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16:55-20:50

2 stops27h 55m

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Cairo?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairo?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairo from Johannesburg is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R6 922, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Cairo from Johannesburg during November instead. Flights to Cairo in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R7 257.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairo?

The cheapest day to depart from Johannesburg to Cairo is on a Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Cairo on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as R10 101. The most expensive day to fly to Cairo is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R12 135.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to Cairo flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairo from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairo for around R7 953 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairo from Johannesburg for as low as R7 545 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to Cairo flights?

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Fastest flight time	8h 25m
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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Cairo takes 8h 25m

Direct flights go from Johannesburg to Cairo on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Cairo. From Johannesburg there are direct flights to Cairo (CAI).

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How far is Johannesburg to Cairo by plane?
There are 6259,4 km between Johannesburg and Cairo. Flights usually cover this in 8h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Cairo Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Cairo Airport?
As of January 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to Cairo Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Cairo Airport?
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 from Johannesburg to Cairo Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairo Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairo Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairo Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 745	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 952 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R6 033	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 376 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R6 509	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 405 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R7 801	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 307	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 209 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
South African	PriceFrom R10 088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 52 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R10 882	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 488 reviews	Search Emirates flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom R12 111	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 40 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Air France	PriceFrom R14 294	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 528 reviews	Search Air France flights

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairo?

The cheapest day to depart from Johannesburg to Cairo is on a Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Cairo on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as R10 101. The most expensive day to fly to Cairo is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R12 135.

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What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to Cairo flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg to Cairo flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Cairo?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Johannesburg to Cairo

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How often are flights from Johannesburg to Cairo delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Johannesburg and Cairo have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 164 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Cairo flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Cairo flights?

According to our data, Egyptair have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to Cairo on average per day?

The number of flights available between Johannesburg and Cairo is 1 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 21:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to Cairo on average per week?

9 flights are operational weekly from Johannesburg to Cairo as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 44% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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