Cairo, EgyptJohannesburg, South Africa

Flights from Cairo to Johannesburg

Nonstop flights from Cairo (CAI) to Johannesburg (JNB) take about 8h 20m (6,264 km). Egyptair flies it. Lowest fare seen: $358 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Johannesburg

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Qatar Airways aircraft on tarmac at Johannesburg Airport with service vehicles — arriving in Johannesburg

Airport transfer

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Trains, buses and taxi faresJNB to Johannesburg: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Johannesburg →1 drop-off point

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Airlines flying Cairo to Johannesburg

Carriers on CAI–JNB according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Egyptairnonstop fare seen

Cairo to Johannesburg fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $358 one-way. With stops: Oct 2026, from $353. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$35824 Oct 2026 · Egyptair	$353 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$35819 Nov 2026 · Egyptair	—
Dec 2026	$58731 Dec 2026 · Egyptair	$367 · 1 stop11 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$45124 Jan 2027 · Egyptair	$378 · 1 stop15 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$46116 Feb 2027 · Egyptair	$389 · 1 stop16 Feb 2027
Mar 2027	—	$390 · 1 stop1 Mar 2027
May 2027	—	$379 · 1 stop14 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $353 for October 2026, $367 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Cairo to Johannesburg, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Johannesburg

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South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Cairo to Johannesburg flights

How long is the flight from Cairo to Johannesburg?

A nonstop flight from Cairo (CAI) to Johannesburg (JNB) takes about 8h 20m, covering 6,264 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Cairo from Johannesburg by air?

The great-circle distance between Cairo International Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport is 6,264 km (3,892 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Cairo to Johannesburg?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the CAI–JNB route include Egyptair. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Cairo to Johannesburg cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on CAI–JNB was $358 USD with Egyptair (nonstop), departing 19 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Johannesburg?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $353 one-way, against $390 for March 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Cairo to Johannesburg?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $353 with one stop against $358 nonstop, a saving of $5. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Egypt to South Africa?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter South Africa visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Johannesburg?

South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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