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Cheapest return flight
£480
Typical prices: £489-£604
Ethiopian Air
Thu 22/11Tue 4/12
CPT - CAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£290
Typical prices: £263-£350
Turkish Airlines
Fri 27/4
CPT - CAI • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Cairo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg £521 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 11h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Cairo (CPT-CAI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Cairo

Sun, 22 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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13:50 - 01:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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02:20 - 14:10CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£480Ethiopian Air
Fri, 27 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec
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13:50 - 01:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 14:10CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£482Ethiopian Air
Mon, 15 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 01:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 14:10CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£483Ethiopian Air
Sun, 4 Apr - Sat, 10 Apr
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 01:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 14:10CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£503Ethiopian Air
Mon, 1 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 01:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 14:10CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£503Ethiopian Air
Wed, 10 Mar - Sun, 14 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 01:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 14:10CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£532Ethiopian Air
Sun, 22 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
07:00 - 01:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
18h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 14:10CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£534Ethiopian Air
Sun, 22 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
07:00 - 01:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
18h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 14:10CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£534Ethiopian Air
Mon, 15 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb
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09:00 - 01:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
16h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 14:10CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£537Ethiopian Air
Fri, 12 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 01:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CAI Cairo
11h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:20 - 14:10CAI  Cairo-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£549Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Cairo flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Cairo?

Return flights from Cape Town to Cairo typically range from £489 to £604. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £480 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cairo?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cairo. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Cairo?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Cairo at £487 return.
•December (£621) and July (£583) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 27% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Cairo the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Cairo are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Cairo flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£290
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Cairo

When to book flights from Cape Town to Cairo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Cairo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Cairo flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Cairo?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Cairo:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Cairo?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Cairo takes 00m, covering 4,504 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Cairo?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Cairo flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Cairo range from £489 to £604, with an average of £541 over the past 12 months. Anything below £489 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Cairo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the £541 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Cairo changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £480 to £4,187. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Cairo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Cairo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £423, which is 43% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cairo Airport (CAI)?

    Cairo Airport (CAI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £24 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Final Rentals
    • Hertz
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Cairo?

    Flights from Cape Town to Cairo usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Cairo (CAI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Cairo pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Cairo most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 14% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Cairo?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Cape Town to Cairo. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £520 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £565, a difference of £45.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Cairo?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 47m, compared to 14h 25m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and 16h 49m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cairo?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cairo are Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum. These are among the most viewed places in Cairo on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Cairo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average £520, about £45 less than Saturday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Cairo trip for November. Fares historically average £487 return in that month – typically £134 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cairo Airport.

    • Le Méridien Cairo Airport
    • Le Passage Cairo Hotel & Casino
    • Novotel Cairo Airport

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