OR Tambo

$319+ 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 9/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAI — JNB
Jun 1 — Jun 81
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or March, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 May 2, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Mon 11/97:25 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 11/199:50 am
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/1$550
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1511:45 pm
CAI
-
JNB
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Sun 9/279:45 pm
JNB
-
CAI
Nonstop8h 25m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/1$556
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/288:15 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/219:50 am
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop18h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/28$557
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 6/168:15 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/229:50 am
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/29$561
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/237:45 pm
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 7/309:50 am
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/28$575
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 5/233:20 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/122:30 pm
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/28$592
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/13:20 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/72:30 pm
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/27$612
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/203:20 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 5/248:20 am
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/28$613
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/177:50 pm
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 5/3112:40 pm
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop34h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$620
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 6/197:45 pm
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 6/249:50 am
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/1$622
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 5/233:20 am
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop11h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 6/172:30 pm
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop10h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/28$628
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Mon 6/12:05 pm
CAI
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/1012:40 pm
JNB
-
CAI
1 stop22h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$630

Find flight deals from Cairo to OR Tambo

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 May 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$556
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$319
(Etihad Airways)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$553

Good round-trip deal

$504 or less

Good one-way deal

$303 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Cairo-Johannesburg OR Tambo flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Cairo-Johannesburg OR Tambo flights.
From Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo
One-way flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($14 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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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 May 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Tue 6/16

8:15 am-8:20 am

1 stop25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/22

9:50 am-1:10 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$561

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Mon 8/24

12:50 pm-9:00 am

1 stop21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/31

12:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$690

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Mon 5/11

3:20 am-12:05 am

3 stops21h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/18

8:20 am-2:05 am

1 stop16h 45m

$798

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Fri 6/19

12:50 pm-4:00 am

1 stop16h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/28

12:40 pm-10:50 am

1 stop21h 10m

$802

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Wed 6/17

3:20 am-12:05 am

3 stops21h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/28

8:20 am-2:05 am

1 stop16h 45m

$954

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Wed 6/10

3:20 am-12:05 am

3 stops21h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/18

2:30 pm-2:05 am

1 stop10h 35m

$956
Quickest round-trip

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sat 5/16

3:20 am-1:25 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/31

5:30 am-2:05 am

2 stops19h 35m

$975

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Fri 6/19

6:05 am-9:40 am

2 stops28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/25

1:30 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops30h 20m

$1,247

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Mon 6/15

3:20 am-12:05 am

3 stops21h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/22

5:30 am-2:05 am

3 stops19h 35m

$1,357
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

CairoJohannesburg

CAI - JNB

CAIJNB

Cairo

Wed 5/27

10:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop13h 30m

$361

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Compare providers for flights from Cairo to OR Tambo

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 Cairo to OR Tambo in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 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 Cairo-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cairo-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cairo-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cairo-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Cairo-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Cairo to OR Tambo

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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?

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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $403). Flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $642). 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 May 2, 2026.

When flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

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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.

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.

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 May 2, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Ethiopian Air and Egyptair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

7.6

Food

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

7.6

Food

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.

Comfort

7.1

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

7.6

Food

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 is 1 flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 2 different airlines.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 21h 10m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. There are 3890 mi between Cairo and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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 Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from $309. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Egyptair. These flights start at 42% 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 Egyptair ($274), Ethiopian Air ($316), and Qatar Airways ($327).

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

    Before booking your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Cairo, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Egyptair (54%), Aegean Airlines (53%), South African( 53%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $303. While the most popular route (Cairo - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for $641 on average, our data indicates $438 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $403). Flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $642). 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 May 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$309Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EgyptairCheapest$383Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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