Search Flights from Cairo to Johannesburg

Quick Flight Summary from Cairo to Johannesburg

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $304
  • Direct flight duration 8 hour 25 min
  • Direct airlines Egyptair
  • Arrival airports HLA / JNB
  • Best days to book Thursday, Wednesday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $287

Cheapest flights from Cairo to Johannesburg

Shortest Flight

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
29 Oct, Thu
Cairo – Johannesburg
10h 10m
1 stop
CAIJNB

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
18 Oct, Sun
Cairo – Johannesburg
11h 10m
1 stop
CAIJNB

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
30 Oct, Fri
Cairo – Johannesburg
11h 10m
1 stop
CAIJNB

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
13 Oct, Tue
Cairo – Johannesburg
11h 10m
1 stop
CAIJNB

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
15 Oct, Thu
Cairo – Johannesburg
11h 10m
1 stop
CAIJNB

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
20 Oct, Tue
Cairo – Johannesburg
11h 10m
1 stop
CAIJNB

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
23 Oct, Fri
Cairo – Johannesburg
11h 10m
1 stop
CAIJNB

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
9 Oct, Fri
Cairo – Johannesburg
11h 10m
1 stop
CAIJNB

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
17 Oct, Sat
Cairo – Johannesburg
11h 10m
1 stop
CAIJNB

Last update: 19 September 2026 00:56

Direct flights from Cairo to Johannesburg

Egyptair

Estimated Prices for Cairo to Johannesburg Flights

Cheapest Day30 September Wednesday
Best Price
$299
Average Price
$415
$772
$299
$331
19Sat
Sep
$319
20Sun
$413
21Mon
$345
22Tue
$303
23Wed
$332
24Thu
$341
25Fri
$385
26Sat
$345
27Sun
28Mon
$406
29Tue
$299
30Wed
$343
01Thu
Oct
02Fri
$638
03Sat
$772
04Sun
$623
05Mon
$476
06Tue
$515
07Wed
$342
08Thu
09Fri
$452
10Sat
11Sun
12Mon
13Tue
14Wed
$325
15Thu
16Fri
17Sat
18Sun

Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Cairo City Center

Cairo Intl. Airport

Cairo International Airport is located approximately 22 kilometers from the city center. Many transportation options are available, including:

Taxi

Taxi is the fastest and most comfortable transportation option for traveling to Cairo International Airport from the city center. Make sure that taxis are metered and confirm with the driver before your trip. Also, you can use ride-hailing services as a more convenient alternative.

Hotel Shuttle

Many hotels offer hotel shuttle services to provide transportation to the airport. Make sure to double-check during booking if the hotel provides this service paid or free.

Car Rental

Car rental companies are available across the city center. This is one of the most comfortable options for traveling to the airport from Cairo. Make sure you have a valid international driving permit before renting a car.

Airport Information

Cairo International Airport, located in Heliopolis nearby Cairo, is one of the busiest airports in Africa. Services provided by Cairo International Airport include duty-free shops, local and international fast-food chains and other restaurants, cafes, health services, ATMs, currency exchange offices, and car rental agencies.

Transportation to Johannesburg City Center from Airport

O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport

O.R. Tambo International Airport, also known as O.R. Tambo, is located near Johannesburg city centre. You can travel to the city centre from the airport by buses or taxis which you can find in front of the airport terminals. There are also other transportation options such as limousine and train which respond to different needs for the passengers at the airport. There are both international and domestic flights at the airport, which hosts millions of passengers every year.

Bus

Among the vehicles that you can choose for traveling to the city centre from O.R. Tambo International Airport, bus is the most affordable one. Buses going to the city centre depart from the terminal exit and pick up passengers from both domestic and international terminals. Bus fares are usually low and once you arrive in the city centre, you can walk to your destination or take a taxi or another bus. If you are not familiar with the city and visiting for the first time, it is recommended to take a taxi instead of public transportation such as bus.

Taxi

You can easily find a taxi at any time of the day in front of the airport terminal and travel to different districts in or near Johannesburg city centre. Compared to the other vehicles, taking a taxi is a far better option for the foreigners visiting the city for the first time, because of safety reasons. Traveling to Johannesburg city centre by the taxis you can take from the exit gates of the airport terminals takes about 35 – 40 minutes. Moreover, taxi fares in the city are generally not too high, and if you are traveling in groups of 2 – 3 people, you can travel to the city centre by taxi at reasonable prices.

Train

You can also travel by the trains that you can take from the train station located between the A and B terminals at the airport. The train fares are just as reasonable as the bus fares. When you take the train, you can travel to different routes you want to go in the city centre.

Limousine

There are also more comfortable  transportation options such as limousines at the airport for the passengers. The limousines, which you can hire from the terminal, offer an extremely fast and pleasant journey with their chauffeurs. Limousines, together with taxis, are the safest vehicles to travel to the city centre.

Rent a Car

Passengers who want to rent a car at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport can get a car delivered in a short time by going to the offices of international rent a car companies such as Hertz, AVIS, Europcar, Budget or National. Rental cars are a convenient and fast way to travel and passengers may also choose luxury cars . Remember to take your travel documents and identification papers, which you will need to rent a car, with you. Also, by making reservation in advance, you can get your car ready before you land on the airport and begin driving to the city centre without losing too much time.

Johannesburg Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Saturday
19 Sep
Cloudy
20°9°
Sunday
20 Sep
Cloudy
21°11°
Monday
21 Sep
Clear
22°12°
Tuesday
22 Sep
Clear
22°12°
Wednesday
23 Sep
Cloudy
22°12°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Cairo-Johannesburg flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Cairo-Johannesburg flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Cairo-Johannesburg flights, you can use Cairo Intl. Airport, Capital Intl. Airport, Sphinx Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Lanseria Intl. Airport, O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Cairo-Johannesburg is 6263 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 7 hour 50 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Cairo-Johannesburg flights is Sunday.
Egyptair organizes direct flights between Cairo-Johannesburg.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Etihad Airways starts from approximately $299.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Egyptair
$331
1 piece cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments
Etihad Airways
$299
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments
Qatar Airways
$325
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments
Air Algerie
$772
Emirates
$623
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment
South African Airways
$476
1 piece cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours)
Ethiopian Airlines
$452

Last update: 10.09.2026

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