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$283+ Cheap flights from Cairo (CAI) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAI — JNB
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairo (CAI) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$421
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$283
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$486

Good one-way deal

$358 or less
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Cheapest flights from Cairo to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairo to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/123:20 amCAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/218:20 amJNB - CAI
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/10$412
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/12:25 amCAI - JNB
1 stop30h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 8/159:50 amJNB - CAI
1 stop13h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/10$545
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/57:50 pmCAI - JNB
1 stop21h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 10/121:55 pmJNB - CAI
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$576
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 10/511:45 pmCAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Sun 10/129:45 pmJNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 6/12$621
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/110:20 pmCAI - JNB
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/59:45 pmJNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$627
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/36:10 amCAI - JNB
1 stop29h 25mTurkish Airlines
Fri 8/155:55 pmJNB - CAI
1 stop33h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$832
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/28:05 pmCAI - JNB
1 stop25h 45mEmirates
Fri 8/1510:05 amJNB - CAI
1 stop13h 45mEmirates
Deal found 6/11$875
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/43:40 amCAI - JNB
2 stops53h 55mAustrian Airlines
Sun 10/127:00 pmJNB - CAI
2 stops30h 40mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/12$948
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/142:05 amCAI - JNB
2 stops25h 15mRwandAir
Mon 7/214:50 pmJNB - CAI
2 stops18h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 6/11$1,059
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/294:25 pmCAI - JNB
1 stop17h 10mLufthansa
Mon 7/147:00 pmJNB - CAI
1 stop19h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 6/12$1,065
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/18:55 pmCAI - JNB
1 stop19h 55mKenya Airways
Thu 9/41:25 amJNB - CAI
1 stop29h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,179

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cairo to OR Tambo 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Cairo

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Wed 7/30

3:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/14

8:20 am-2:05 am

1 stop16h 45m

$421

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Fri 8/1

2:25 am-8:20 am

1 stop30h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/15

9:50 am-12:05 am

1 stop13h 15m

$545

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sun 10/5

7:50 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/12

1:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$576

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sun 10/5

11:45 pm-7:10 am

Nonstop8h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/12

9:45 pm-7:05 am

Nonstop8h 20m

$621

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Mon 9/1

10:20 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/5

9:45 pm-7:05 am

Nonstop8h 20m

$627

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sun 8/3

6:10 am-10:35 am

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/15

5:55 pm-4:20 am

1 stop33h 25m

$832

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sat 8/2

8:05 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/15

10:05 am-12:50 am

1 stop13h 45m

$875

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sat 10/4

3:40 am-8:35 am

2 stops53h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/12

7:00 pm-2:40 am

2 stops30h 40m

$948

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Mon 7/14

2:05 am-2:20 am

2 stops25h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/21

4:50 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops18h 20m

$1,059

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sun 6/29

4:25 pm-8:35 am

1 stop17h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/14

7:00 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$1,065

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

Arrive 3 hours early at CAI for international flights due to inconsistent check-in and security processes, especially during peak hours.

Read more about CAIby Yulia Denisyuk
JNB

Ensure your passport has two blank pages for entry into South Africa to avoid being denied entry at JNB.

Read more about JNBby Paul Rubio
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Yulia Denisyuk

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

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

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

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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Best time to book a flight from Cairo to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Cairo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cairo to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 43 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 CAI to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairo to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 4% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairo to Johannesburg, such as Emirates, Austrian Airlines and Air France. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairo to OR Tambo. 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 from for flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Cairo, you will be flying from Cairo, which is the city’s only airport. Cairo (CAI) is located 11.5 mi from the center of Cairo. There are 0 flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 2 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from $421. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from $545, and Qatar Airways, from $576. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Etihad Airways ($283), Qatar Airways ($321), and Ethiopian Air ($335).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $344. While the most popular route (Cairo - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for $454 on average our data indicates $759 when flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairo to OR Tambo 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 Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 2 airlines flying from Cairo to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cairo to OR Tambo. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$360Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EgyptairCheapest$451Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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