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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairo to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in November.

Cairo to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cairo to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

Cairo to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs95,249
Cheapest month to flyDecember

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairo to Cape Town is Rs166,182. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cairo to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs166,182.
As of October 2025, there are no flights flying from Cairo to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Cape Town is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Cape Town Airport on Thursday, 19 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairo Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

  • Cairo and Cape Town are in the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CAI to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CAI and CPT:

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is Rs95,249. A return fare right now is Rs166,182. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from CAI to CPT, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport to Cape Town International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • Landing cheap flights from CAI to CPT is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cairo International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • 63.38% of flights taking off from Cairo International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to CAI:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport to central Cape Town has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Cape Town in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Cairo International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAI to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC and 19ºC then.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.

  • If you're eager to discover another corner of South Africa, head for Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are key reasons to visit.

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