Travelling from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Cairo Airport.
Johannesburg and Cairo share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Flights from JNB to CAI start at 21:45 — the earliest with EgyptAir. The latest departure is at 21:45 with EgyptAir. Overall, there are four weekly Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Cairo Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
EgyptAir has direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Cairo Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with EgyptAir on this route.
EgyptAir tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for JNB to CAI flights, with 82.35% of its services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Cairo Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between JNB and CAI:
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Kinshasa N'Djili Airport
Handy information about Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
75% of flights that leave from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport from central Johannesburg, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near JNB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Cairo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
If you're getting in on a late Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Cairo Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Explore without limits with a Cairo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and chase adventure across Cairo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cairo Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo Airport to the centre of Cairo has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Cairo Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Cairo. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Cairo Airport for July if you want to visit Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 39ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JNB to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Egypt you should also see. About 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. Start your sightseeing at Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.



