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$296+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Cairo (CAI)

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JNB — CAI
Mar 17 — Mar 241
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The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo are usually found in November or February, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Cairo

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 March 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$399
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$296
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$452

Good round-trip deal

$332 or less

Good one-way deal

$341 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Johannesburg OR Tambo-Cairo flight deals.
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From Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairo.

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Cairo
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This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/62:30 pmJNB - CAI
1 stop10h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/133:20 amCAI - JNB
1 stop10h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/11$399
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/219:50 amJNB - CAI
1 stop18h 45mEtihad Airways
Sat 4/268:20 amCAI - JNB
1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/12$423
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/188:50 amJNB - CAI
1 stop14h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 3/268:05 pmCAI - JNB
1 stop19h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/12$489
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Mon 12/299:45 pmJNB - CAI
Nonstop8h 25mEgyptair
Thu 1/810:50 pmCAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 3/12$546
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/79:50 amJNB - CAI
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/1210:45 pmCAI - JNB
Nonstop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$706

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OR Tambo

Fly to

Cairo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/6

2:30 pm-2:05 am

1 stop10h 35m

Cairo

Fri 6/13

3:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$399

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/21

9:50 am-4:35 am

1 stop18h 45m

Cairo

Sat 4/26

8:20 am-8:20 am

1 stop25h 00m

$423

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/14

1:55 pm-11:10 am

1 stop21h 15m

Cairo

Sat 4/19

6:50 pm-10:00 am

1 stop15h 10m

$547

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/14

9:45 pm-6:05 am

Nonstop8h 20m

Cairo

Sat 4/19

10:45 pm-7:10 am

Nonstop8h 25m

$558

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/7

9:50 am-4:35 am

1 stop18h 45m

Cairo

Sat 4/12

10:45 pm-7:10 am

Nonstop8h 25m

$706

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/14

4:50 pm-11:10 am

2 stops18h 20m

Cairo

Sat 4/19

8:20 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$893

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/17

9:55 am-11:40 am

1 stop25h 45m

$296

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/24

8:20 am-2:05 am

1 stop16h 45m

$349

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/20

9:45 pm-6:05 am

Nonstop8h 20m

$379

JohannesburgCairo

JNB - CAI

JNBCAI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/12

9:45 pm-7:05 am

Nonstop8h 20m

$386

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice 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.

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

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Arrive 3 hours early at JNB for international flights due to long security lines and limited lanes.

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Cairo

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Cairo

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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 March 7, 2025.

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 41 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo (average of $797). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,312). 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 March 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

Rainfall in Cairo by month

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

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

Temperature in Cairo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

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 March 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and RwandAir from Johannesburg to Cairo by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 5 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $399, 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 Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $423 and $547, respectively. Ethiopian Air is priced at 20% 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 $296 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from $349 and South African from $379 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 Aegean Airlines (61%), Etihad Airways (61%) and South African (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 $446, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $294. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cairo), you can expect to pay $630 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo (average of $797). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,312). 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 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Cairo

Discover the top 5 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 March 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapest$332Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$360Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$381Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$495Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
South AfricanCheapest$562Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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