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Cheap flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £257

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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAI — JNB
5 Sep — 12 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cairo to OR Tambo

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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 6 August 2026.

Wed 9/903:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Fri 25/914:30 -
1 stop10h 35m
Deal found 2/8£305
Wed 16/903:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Thu 24/908:20 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 3/8£306
Fri 4/903:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Sun 13/908:20 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 4/8£328
Sat 5/903:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Sat 12/908:20 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 4/8£334
Sat 12/903:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Wed 16/922:50 -
1 stop26h 15m
Deal found 4/8£349
Sat 5/903:20 -
1 stop11h 05m
Mon 7/908:20 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 4/8£359
Thu 20/803:20 -
1 stop25h 35m
Fri 18/914:30 -
1 stop10h 35m
Deal found 4/8£445
Thu 6/800:40 -
1 stop28h 20m
Sat 7/1113:45 -
1 stop28h 35m
Deal found 1/8£496
Tue 10/1102:20 -
1 stop10h 45m
Wed 18/1105:00 -
2 stops20h 05m
Deal found 1/8£498

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 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£305

One-way from

£257

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£486
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/9-25/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • Cairo to Johannesburg
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 45m total
  • Cairo to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£39 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 6 August 2026.
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

CairoJohannesburg

CAI Cairo - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sat 19/9

03:20-13:25

1 stop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

14:30-02:05

1 stop10h 35m

£310

CairoJohannesburg

CAI Cairo - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CAIJNB

Cairo

Thu 21/1

02:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/2

08:20-01:05

1 stop16h 45m

£443

CairoJohannesburg

CAI Cairo - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CAIJNB

Cairo

Tue 10/11

02:20-13:05

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

05:00-01:05

2 stops20h 05m

£498

CairoJohannesburg

CAI Cairo - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CAIJNB

Cairo

Wed 2/9

17:55-13:25

2 stops20h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

08:20-02:05

1 stop16h 45m

£515

CairoJohannesburg

CAI Cairo - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CAIJNB

Cairo

Tue 1/9

17:55-13:25

2 stops20h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

08:20-02:05

1 stop16h 45m

£515

CairoJohannesburg

CAI Cairo - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sat 23/1

05:15-09:40

2 stops28h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/2

13:30-03:40

2 stops38h 10m

£561

CairoJohannesburg

CAI Cairo - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sun 13/9

18:10-13:25

2 stops20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

22:50-22:10

2 stops22h 20m

£665

CairoJohannesburg

CAI Cairo - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CAIJNB

Cairo

Fri 22/1

20:20-13:55

2 stops41h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/2

03:10-17:35

2 stops38h 25m

£888

CairoJohannesburg

CAI Cairo - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sat 19/9

02:45-20:25

3 stops18h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

17:00-11:05

2 stops17h 05m

£1,322

CairoJohannesburg

CAI Cairo - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CAIJNB

Cairo

Sat 5/9

02:45-20:25

3 stops18h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

17:00-11:05

2 stops17h 05m

£1,322

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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?

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 £340). Flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £545). 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 6 August 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 for a return flight from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between £410 and £587 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £305 on Ethiopian Air (9 Sept–25 Sept).

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 6 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,017 reviews
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Crew

7.5

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.2

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ayinpatel,Apr 2026

ADD - JNB

Comfort was very bad, seats are tight, seats didnt recliner , broken seats, entertainment system old outdated, old movies last 4 months same old same, many empty spaces but terrible seating arrangements
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,017 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,017 reviews
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Crew

7.5

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.2

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ayinpatel,Apr 2026

ADD - JNB

Comfort was very bad, seats are tight, seats didnt recliner , broken seats, entertainment system old outdated, old movies last 4 months same old same, many empty spaces but terrible seating arrangements

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?

    Cairo (CAI), located 11.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 1 airline have flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

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

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways fly from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 11h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 15m. There are 3890 mi between Cairo and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £223 on this airline. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Aegean Airlines (32%), Etihad Airways (32%) and Egyptair (32%).

  • 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 holiday 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 £340). Flying from Cairo to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £545). 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 airline flying from Cairo to OR Tambo

Discover the top airline 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 6 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest£223Average£314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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