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

As of November 2025, there are 1 flights per day flying from South Africa to Cairo. The most common time of day flights depart is 21:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

What is the most punctual flight time for $[0,article:'genitive ']$[0,place:'genitive'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] 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.

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

As of November 2025, 9 flights take off from South Africa and land in Cairo each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 44% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to Cairo?

Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Egyptair are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairo from South Africa according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 65% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cairo. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Cairo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on $[0,article:'genitive ']$[0,place:'genitive'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] flights?

According to our data, Egyptair have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How long does it take to fly to Cairo?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Cairo you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg to Cairo takes 8h 20m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town to Cairo takes 16h 45m 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 is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Cairo?

Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Cairo

How often are flights $[0, preposition:'from ']$[0, article:'from ']$[0, place:'from'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between $[0, place:'genitive'] and $[1, place:'genitive'] have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 146 minutes.

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

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As of November 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Cairo Airport.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Cairo Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairo Airport 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 Cairo Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Cairo

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairo?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairo from South Africa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R7 606, 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 South Africa during March instead. Flights to Cairo in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R7 760.

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

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Cairo is on a Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Cairo on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as R11 099. The most expensive day to fly to Cairo is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R12 790.

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

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from South Africa to Cairo when you can find flight prices for as low as R8 205. Flying to Cairo at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around R15 149. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest South Africa 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 South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairo for around R8 723 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 South Africa for as low as R8 259 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to Cairo flights?

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

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Best price found	R5 027
Fastest flight time	8h 20m
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The best one-way flight to Cairo from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R5 027. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Cairo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R9 829.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Cairo takes 8h 20m

Direct flights go from South Africa to Cairo on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Airline offering direct flights is Egyptair..

There is 1 airport near Cairo: Cairo (CAI)

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As of November 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Cairo Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Cairo Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Cairo Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairo Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairo Airport 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 Cairo Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to Cairo?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from South Africa to Cairo is Airbus A330-300 (37,86% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (28,93%), Boeing 777-300ER (16,60%), and Airbus A350-900 (6,29%).

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R6 211	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 896 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R6 378	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 309 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R7 594	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 386 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R8 375	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 664 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom R9 536	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 46 reviews	Search South African flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 018	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 044 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
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Air France	PriceFrom R16 612	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 493 reviews	Search Air France flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairo?

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

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Cairo is on a Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Cairo on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as R11 099. The most expensive day to fly to Cairo is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R12 790.

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

What is the cheapest South Africa to Cairo flight route?

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo for the best South Africa - Cairo flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to Cairo flights?

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

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Cairo flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Cairo flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Cairo?

Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Cairo

Which airlines fly to Cairo?

How often are flights $[0, preposition:'from ']$[0, article:'from ']$[0, place:'from'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between $[0, place:'genitive'] and $[1, place:'genitive'] have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 146 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for $[0,article:'genitive ']$[0,place:'genitive'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] 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.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on $[0,article:'genitive ']$[0,place:'genitive'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] flights?

According to our data, Egyptair have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of November 2025, there are 1 flights per day flying from South Africa to Cairo. The most common time of day flights depart is 21:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

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

As of November 2025, 9 flights take off from South Africa and land in Cairo each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 44% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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