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$287+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Cairo (CAI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CAI
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Cairo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Cairo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/18:20 am
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop17h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 3/62:20 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28$419
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/22:30 pm
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 2/82:20 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/26$421
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/99:45 pm
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 30m
Egyptair
Tue 2/1710:50 pm
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Egyptair
Deal found 1/27$432
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/139:45 pm
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 30m
Egyptair
Sat 2/1410:50 pm
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 20m
Egyptair
Deal found 1/27$434
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/49:45 pm
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Sat 5/911:45 pm
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Deal found 1/26$443
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/128:20 am
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop17h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/182:20 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/26$463
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/299:45 pm
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Sun 5/311:45 pm
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Deal found 1/26$469
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/88:20 am
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop17h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 3/132:20 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/26$484
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/291:45 pm
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/181:20 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/26$491
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/208:20 am
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop17h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 4/192:20 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop10h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28$504

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Cairo (CAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$419
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$287
(Gotogate)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$478

Good round-trip deal

$502 or less

Good one-way deal

$335 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Cairo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Cairo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/1

8:20 am-1:20 am

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Fri 3/6

2:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$419

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

9:45 pm-6:15 am

Nonstop8h 30m

Cairo

Sat 2/14

10:50 pm-7:10 am

Nonstop8h 20m

$434

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

8:20 am-1:20 am

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Wed 3/18

2:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$463

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

8:20 am-1:20 am

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Fri 3/13

2:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$484

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

8:20 am-1:20 am

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Fri 3/13

2:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$484

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/16

8:20 am-1:20 am

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Wed 3/18

2:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$484

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/28

12:45 pm-11:10 am

1 stop22h 25m

Cairo

Tue 3/31

11:35 am-4:00 am

1 stop16h 25m

$529

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/29

8:40 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Cairo

Sun 5/3

2:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$532

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

8:20 am-1:20 am

1 stop17h 00m

Cairo

Sat 3/14

2:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$532

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/1

12:40 pm-11:10 am

1 stop22h 30m

$289

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from OR Tambo to Cairo in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Cairo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Cairo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Cairo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Cairo flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Cairo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Cairo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairo from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Cairo. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 61 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo (average of $348). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of $398). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to CAI?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Cairo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 28, 2026.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo?

The best insider tips for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo trip
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on CAI

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on JNB

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cairo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairo. Reviews last updated January 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Ethiopian Air from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,375 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
952 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.
Egyptair
6.6
Okay
405 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Cairo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairo from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Located just 11.5 mi from the city center, Cairo is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cairo from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo (CAI) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily inbound flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo?

    For as low as $434, Ethiopian Air can have you in Cairo from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 8h 30m. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo is about 3890 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo round-trip?

    Currently priced at $322, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Egyptair and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $332 and $391, respectively. Ethiopian Air is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $261 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Egyptair from $267 and Etihad Airways from $297 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo are Egyptair (62%), Aegean Airlines (61%) and Etihad Airways (61%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo is generally $486, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $296. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo), you can expect to pay $434 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Cairo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Cairo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Cairo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Cairo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Cairo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo (average of $348). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo in August is currently the most expensive (average of $398). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Cairo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Cairo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$322Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EgyptairCheapest$332Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$391Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$393Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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