--- title: "Cape Town to Cairo cheap flights from $419 (CPT to CAI) - Expedia" description: "Book cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Cairo (CAI) start at $419 for one-way and $736 for round trip. Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards!" canonical: "https://www.expedia.com/lp/flights/cpt/cai/cape-town-to-cairo" language: en-US market: US currency: USD prices_as_of: 2026-11-12T19:03:16Z --- # $419 Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Cairo (CAI) ![A cityscape with a river, bridges, and a large mosque.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178243/0c20f572-b95a-47d8-93e8-434bdcf62268.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) [View $419 flight on Tue, Nov 24, 2026](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:11/24/2026TANYT&trip=oneway&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:418.49&airProductToken=AQpcCiwI1JYBEgI0NxjimwEgyJwBKP%5F6nQMwooCeAzhWQABYAWoCQ0xyBlZQQ0xPRgosCNSWARIDNjkyGMicASCCQCizhp4DMMSHngM4VkABWAFqAkNMcgZWUENMT0YSCggBEAEYASoCVEsYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAB) ## Popular airlines from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) [Emirates](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"EK"}}]) [Qatar Airways](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"QR"}}]) [Ethiopian Airlines](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"ET"}}]) [Lufthansa](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"LH"}}]) [Turkish Airlines](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"TK"}}]) [Kenya Airways](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"KQ"}}]) [British Airways](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:11/26/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:12/3/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"BA"}}]) ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* ### Book smarter Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight\* ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our OneKeyCash [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) Find the cheapest flights on Expedia from (CPT) to (CAI). Flight ticket prices change frequently based on availability and demand. We send price‑drop alerts to make air travel simple and flexible. The lowest one-way fare found on Expedia for this route in the past 7 days starts at $419 for travel on November 24, 2026. ## Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Cairo (CPT-CAI) Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $419 for one-way flights and $736 for roundtrip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. All deals One way Roundtrip [Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 1 from Cape Town to Cairo, returning Tue, Dec 8, priced at $736 Found 6 days ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:12/1/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:12/8/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:735.58&airProductToken=AQpRCicIxagBEgM4NDQY4psBIOAYKObPngMw59KeAzhVQABYAXIFVUVTWkEKJgjFqAESAzQ1MhjgGCCCQCij054DMJjVngM4VUABWAFyBVVFU1pBClEKJgjFqAESAzQ1MxiCQCDgGCiUmZ8DMPqanwM4VUAAWAFyBVVFU1pBCicIxagBEgM4NDcY4Bgg4psBKNSbnwMw2p6fAzhVQAFYAXIFVUVTWkESCggBEAEYASoCRVQYASIECAEQASgCKAQoBjAB) Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8 · CPT · CAI · Roundtrip [Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 2 from Cape Town to Cairo, returning Mon, Sep 6, priced at $741 Found 1 day ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:9/2/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:9/6/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:740.78&airProductToken=AQpRCicIxagBEgM4NDQY4psBIOAYKMbltgMwx-i2AzhVQABYAXIFVUVTWkEKJgjFqAESAzQ1MhjgGCCCQCiS6bYDMLzqtgM4VUABWAFyBVVFU1pBClEKJgjFqAESAzQ1MxiCQCDgGCiUjbcDMPqOtwM4VUAAWAFyBVVFU1pBCicIxagBEgM4NDcY4Bgg4psBKNSPtwMw2pK3AzhVQAFYAXIFVUVTWkESCggBEAEYASoCRVQYASIECAEQASgCKAQoBjAB) Thu, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 6 · CPT · CAI · Roundtrip [Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 13 from Cape Town to Cairo, returning Wed, Jan 20, priced at $764 Found 2 days ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:1/13/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:1/20/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:763.42&airProductToken=AQpRCicIxagBEgM4NDQY4psBIOAYKMazogMwx7aiAzhVQABYAXIFVUVTWkEKJgjFqAESAzQ1MhjgGCCCQCiSt6IDMPi4ogM4VUABWAFyBVVFU1pBClEKJgjFqAESAzQ1MxiCQCDgGCj0%5FKIDMNr-ogM4VUAAWAFyBVVFU1pBCicIxagBEgM4NDcY4Bgg4psBKLT%5FogMwuoKjAzhVQAFYAXIFVUVTWkESCggBEAEYASoCRVQYASIECAEQASgCKAQoBjAB) Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20 · CPT · CAI · Roundtrip [Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 15 from Cape Town to Cairo, returning Thu, Mar 18, priced at $771 Found 2 days ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:3/15/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:3/18/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:770.41&airProductToken=AQpRCicIxagBEgM4NDQY4psBIOAYKObhpwMw5-SnAzhVQABYAXIFVUVTWkEKJgjFqAESAzQ1MhjgGCCCQCiy5acDMJjnpwM4VUABWAFyBVVFU1pBClEKJgjFqAESAzQ1MxiCQCDgGCiU%5FqcDMPr%5FpwM4VUAAWAFyBVVFU1pBCicIxagBEgM4NDcY4Bgg4psBKNSAqAMw2oOoAzhVQAFYAXIFVUVTWkESCggBEAEYASoCRVQYASIECAEQASgCKAQoBjAB) Mon, Mar 15 - Thu, Mar 18 · CPT · CAI · Roundtrip [Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 25 from Cape Town to Cairo, returning Mon, Apr 5, priced at $771 Found 1 day ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:3/25/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:4/5/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:770.72&airProductToken=AQpRCicIxagBEgM4NDQY4psBIOAYKKbSqAMwp9WoAzhVQABYAXIFVUVTWkEKJgjFqAESAzQ1MhjgGCCCQCjt1agDMNPXqAM4VUABWAFyBVVFU1pBClEKJgjFqAESAzQ1MxiCQCDgGCjUyKkDMLrKqQM4VUAAWAFyBVVFU1pBCicIxagBEgM4NDcY4Bgg4psBKJTLqQMwms6pAzhVQAFYAXIFVUVTWkESCggBEAEYASoCRVQYASIECAEQASgCKAQoBjAB) Thu, Mar 25 - Mon, Apr 5 · CPT · CAI · Roundtrip [Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 3 from Cape Town to Cairo, returning Tue, Sep 7, priced at $792 Found 3 days ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:9/3/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:9/7/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:791.23&airProductToken=AQpRCicIxagBEgM4NDQY4psBIOAYKObwtgMw5%5FO2AzhVQABYAXIFVUVTWkEKJgjFqAESAzQ1MhjgGCCCQCiy9LYDMNz1tgM4VUABWAFyBVVFU1pBClEKJgjFqAESAzQ1MxiCQCDgGCi0mLcDMJqatwM4SEAAWAFyBUhFU1pBCicIxagBEgM4NDcY4Bgg4psBKPSatwMw-p23AzhIQAFYAXIFSEVTWkESCggBEAEYASoCRVQYASIECAEQASgCKAQoBjAB) Fri, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 7 · CPT · CAI · Roundtrip [Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 23 from Cape Town to Cairo, returning Mon, Nov 30, priced at $812 Found 1 day ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:11/23/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:11/30/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:811.38&airProductToken=AQpaCisI1JYBEgI0NRjimwEgyJwBKLP3nQMw1vydAzhQQABYAWoCQ0xyBVBQQ0xSCisI1JYBEgM2OTAYyJwBIIJAKOf9nQMw-P6dAzhQQAFYAWoCQ0xyBVBQQ0xSCloKKwjUlgESAzY5MxiCQCDInAEozcCeAzDewZ4DOFBAAFgBagJDTHIFUFBDTFIKKwjUlgESAjQ2GMicASDimwEo3cOeAzDsyJ4DOFBAAVgBagJDTHIFUFBDTFISCggBEAEYASoCVEsYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAB) Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30 · CPT · CAI · Roundtrip [Select South African Airways flight, departing Mon, Mar 15 from Cape Town to Cairo, returning Thu, Mar 18, priced at $815 Found 2 days ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:3/15/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:3/18/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:814.58&airProductToken=AQpxCjEI04IBEgMzMzIY4psBIKkLKIzhpwMwhOKnAzhCQABYAWoFU0FWRVJyCFdSVEVHMlpBCjwI04IBEgQ3MjA4GKkLIIJAKMHlpwMwuumnAzhXQAFYAWoFU0FWRVJyCFdSVEVHMlpBegkIzaYBEgM4NDAKcQo8CNOCARIENzIwNxiCQCCpCyjsh6gDMNaLqAM4V0AAWAFqBVNBVkVScghXUlRFRzJaQXoJCM2mARIDODM5CjEI04IBEgMzMjcYqQsg4psBKMaNqAMwzY6oAzhCQAFYAWoFU0FWRVJyCFdSVEVHMlpBEgoIARABGAEqAlNBGAEiBAgBEAEoAigEKAYwAQ) Mon, Mar 15 - Thu, Mar 18 · CPT · CAI · Roundtrip [Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Cape Town to Cairo, returning Tue, Dec 8, priced at $829 Found 9 hours ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:11/16/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:12/8/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:828.18&airProductToken=AQptCjUI0aQBEgQxMzcwGOKbASDDOyi7pp0DMPqqnQM4VEAAWAFqCEVDTEFTU0lDcghUSlpBUDVSRQo0CNGkARIEMTMwMRjDOyCCQCiIsp0DMIe0nQM4VEABWAFqCEVDTEFTU0lDcghUSlpBUDVSRQptCjQI0aQBEgQxMzAyGIJAIMM7KJ-hnwMw2KKfAzhUQABYAWoIRUNMQVNTSUNyCFRKWkFQNVJFCjUI0aQBEgQxMzcxGMM7IOKbASj0pp8DML2rnwM4VEABWAFqCEVDTEFTU0lDcghUSlpBUDVSRRIKCAEQARgBKgJRUhgBIgQIARABKAIoBCgGMAE) Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Dec 8 · CPT · CAI · Roundtrip [Select Emirates flight, departing Mon, Nov 23 from Cape Town to Cairo, returning Mon, Nov 30, priced at $865 Found 1 day ago](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:CAI,departure:11/23/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CAI,to:CPT,departure:11/30/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:864.78&airProductToken=AQpfCi4IxZYBEgM3NzMY4psBIOMNKNz1nQMwkfqdAzhUQABYAWoCWVByCFRFRUVQWkExCi0IxZYBEgM5MjkY4w0ggkAoyvudAzDJ%5FZ0DOFRAAFgBagJZUHIIVEVFRVBaQTEKXwotCMWWARIDOTMwGIJAIOMNKOjBngMwycOeAzhUQABYAWoCWVByCFRFRUVQWkExCi4IxZYBEgM3NzIY4w0g4psBKJbKngMw386eAzhUQABYAWoCWVByCFRFRUVQWkExEgoIAhABGAEqAkVLGAEiBAgBEAEoAigDKAQwCw) Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30 · CPT · CAI · Roundtrip ## Book with confidence ### Cape Town (CPT) to Cairo (CAI) at a glance Embark on an exciting journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Cairo (CAI) with a selection of airlines servicing this international long-haul route. Explore various options from full-service carriers to discover the flight that aligns with your budget, schedule, and travel aspirations as you delve into Cairo's renowned attractions and vibrant neighborhoods. Here, you'll find essential information about flights departing from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). - **Fastest flight duration**: around 11h 15m in-flight, plus roughly 2h 15m layover with one stop - **Route distance**: roughly 4,500 miles (7,240 km) - **Flights per week**: around 7 departures on average - **Typical fares (one-way)**: economy tickets often range from $370–$655, depending on seasonality and how far ahead you book ### Flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) Based on the latest traveler bookings, here are the top airlines favored for flights from Cape Town to Cairo, typically featuring one-stop service options. Common layovers include O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) with a layover of about 2 hours and 15 minutes, and Bole International Airport (ADD) with a 50-minute layover. These choices allow you to customize your journey by balancing price, total travel time, and cabin class to find the ideal itinerary. - **[South African Airways](https://www.expedia.com/south-african-airways-flights.csa.travel-guide-airlines)**: This full-service airline operates one-stop flights, with one-way fares generally falling between $370 and $655\. It represents about 52% of departures on this route, offering an in-flight duration of 11 hours and 15 minutes, culminating in a total travel time of approximately 12 hours and 45 minutes, including layover time. - **[Egyptair](https://www.expedia.com/egyptair-flights.cms.travel-guide-airlines)**: Another full-service option, Egyptair provides one-stop service, with one-way ticket prices usually ranging from $370 to $520\. This carrier accounts for around 19% of the departures for this route, featuring a flight time of 11 hours and 15 minutes and an overall journey length of about 12 hours and 45 minutes, considering layover. - **[Ethiopian Airlines](https://www.expedia.com/ethiopian-airlines-flights.cet.travel-guide-airlines)**: Offering one-stop service as a full-service airline, Ethiopian Airlines’ one-way fares typically vary from $375 to $640\. It makes up roughly 14% of the departures on this route, with an in-flight time of 11 hours and 15 minutes, leading to a total journey duration of about 12 hours and 45 minutes, including the layover. - **[Emirates](https://www.expedia.com/emirates-flights.cek.travel-guide-airlines)**: This full-service airline features one-stop routes, with one-way fares generally priced between $540 and $550\. Emirates accounts for approximately 14% of flights on this route, delivering an in-flight experience of 11 hours and 15 minutes, resulting in a total travel time of around 12 hours and 45 minutes, including layover time. ### How to find the best prices for flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Cairo (CAI) Getting some of the best [deals on flights](https://www.expedia.com/flight-deals) from Cape Town to Cairo is all about timing and flexibility. Here are some key tips to help you save: 1. **Best times to book and fly:** cheaper fares are usually available when booking within two weeks, even though most travelers tend to book two to eight weeks in advance. Evening departures from 6 PM to 12 AM often offer lower prices, while afternoon flights from 12 PM to 6 PM are more popular. Additionally, flying on Friday generally provides cheaper options, although Wednesday is the most favored travel day. 2. **Set up price alerts:** stay updated on price changes by using [Expedia's Price Tracker](https://www.expedia.com/why/price-tracking). Receive alerts when fares drop for your selected route. 3. **Bundle and save:** bundle your flight and hotel to save on Expedia, or unlock a hotel deal after booking your flight.\* 4. **Compare flight options:** use Expedia's search tool to compare airlines, routes, direct vs. non-direct flights, and flight times. You can also sort by price to find the most affordable options. 5. **Stay flexible with dates:** being open to different travel days can sometimes help you find better prices on flights and hotels. 6. **Think about luggage:** nowadays, it's important to check the airline's baggage policies to find the best value. That may be paying for an additional carry-on bag or booking a ticket with checked luggage included. Either way, double-check your allowance before confirming your booking to avoid excess baggage fees at the airport. \*Members only. Savings vary and are not available on all bundles. Select hotels. ### Arriving at Cairo International Airport from Cape Town International Airport Cairo welcomes travelers from Cape Town with a range of transport options based on price, convenience, and proximity. Here's how to reach Cairo efficiently: - **Hotel transfer:** Transfers offer a convenient way to reach your hotel in Cairo, with private rides that can be arranged in advance. - **Car rental:** Renting a car from Cairo International Airport is a great option if you plan to explore and sightsee beyond the city. Browse [cheap car rentals at Cairo International Airport](https://www.expedia.com/car-rentals-in-cairo-intl.d4800835.car-rental-guide) on Expedia. - **Taxi/ride-hailing:** Taxis and ride-hailing services may be available from designated pickup areas outside the terminal, check locally on arrival. - **Public transportation:** From Cairo International Airport, El Nozha Station, a metro station, is located about 3.8 miles away by car, while Adly Mansour Station, a train station, is situated approximately 4 miles from the airport, also accessible by car. ### Cape Town to Cairo Flights ### The cheapest times to fly from Cape Town to Cairo On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Cape Town to Cairo are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Cairo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines. ### The best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Cairo Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Cape Town to Cairo: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance. ### How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Cape Town to Cairo Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Cape Town to Cairo in 2026\. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $419 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference\*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members. Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Cape Town to Cairo flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps. You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's [vacation packages](https://www.expedia.com/package-deals). Bundling together your Cape Town to Cairo airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures. *\*Terms apply.* *Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023\. The percentages you see are averages.* ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How much does a flight from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) cost? You can find cheap one-way flights from $419 and cheap return flights $736 Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) with Expedia. One-way flights typically cost between $529 and $2894, and return flights often range between $801 and $3454\. Flight prices vary based on the month and day of the week you want to travel, as well as the airline and how far in advance you book your ticket. Filter your search on Expedia by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the cheapest fares first, and use the Price Tracking tool to receive alerts when Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) ticket fares go up or down. *\*Typical price ranges based on flights available on Expedia in the last year. Prices include multi-airline options.* ### What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)? The cheapest month to fly from CPT to CAI is December when demand is low. Traveling in off-peak or shoulder months is usually a good way to secure cheap tickets, just remember to avoid flying during holidays if you're able to. Use the calendar view in your search to see which months have low fares on this route. ### Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)? Enter CPT to CAI and your travel dates, then apply the 'Nonstop' filter to see only direct flights. ### What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)? Egyptair is one of the cheapest airlines offering connecting flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Cairo (CAI), with round-trip tickets starting from around $986\. Use Expedia's search tool to compare the prices and schedules of airlines that fly this route to find the best option for your plans and budget. *\*Prices based on flights available on Expedia in the last year.* ### How do I find cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)? To find a cheap flight from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.), be flexible with your dates. Traveling outside of peak vacation months and booking a mid-week flight can help you save. Early morning and late night flights are often more affordable, too. Expedia allows you to compare flight times, airlines and routes all in one place to find low fares. You can also set up [Price Tracking](https://www.expedia.com/why/price-tracking) and receive alerts when fares go up or down. ### What is the best time to fly from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)? The best time to fly is usually mid-week (Tuesday or Wednesday) and during early morning hours as flights tend to be cheaper, less crowded, and generally more on-time. Avoid major holidays and peak vacation seasons for smoother travel. Combining off-peak days and hours often gives the best combination of cost, comfort, and convenience. ### What is the earliest flight from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)? The earliest flight from Cape Town Intl. (CPT) to Cairo Intl. (CAI) typically departs at 12:40 AM, operated by Kenya Airways and Egyptair. This flight is a great option if you want to arrive in Cairo early and start exploring right away. To compare early flights on Expedia, select the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters in your search. ### What are the most popular departure times for flights from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)? The most popular departure times for flights from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) are in the late afternoon, from 3pm to 6pm. About 30% of passengers prefer this time window. Many major carriers, including South African Airlink and Cemair, offer flights during this window. This timing is favored as it allows you to travel after a leisurely day. ### How long does it take to fly from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)? Flying from CPT to CAI with a connection usually takes about 16 hours, traveling roughly 4,506 miles. Keep in mind that actual flight times can vary due to wind patterns, weather, and air traffic. ### Can you fly business or first class from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)? Business class is available on flights from CPT to CAI. Airlines that offer business class service on this route include: - Emirates - KLM - South African Airways - South African Airlink - Lufthansa - Ethiopian Airlines - Qatar Airways - Edelweiss Air - Turkish Airlines - Kenya Airways First class is available with Lufthansa and Emirates. ### How do I earn miles on a Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) flight with Expedia? It's easy to earn miles on a Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) flight when you book with Expedia. Before you confirm your booking, simply select your frequent flyer program and enter your program number. As a member of [One Key™](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key), you can also earn OneKeyCash™\* on top of your airline miles when you book with Expedia. \*Excludes taxes and fees. OneKeyCash is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia and other participating brands. ### What airports do you fly into for Cairo from Cape Town Intl. (CPT)? From Cape Town Intl. (CPT), you can fly into Cairo Intl. (CAI) to reach Cairo. Some flights may connect through major hubs like O.R. Tambo Intl. (JNB), Schiphol (AMS), Franz Josef Strauss Intl. (MUC) before reaching Cairo. Compare routes and airports on Expedia to find the best flight options for your travel plans. ### Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) at the last minute? Typically, booking a last minute flight from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) will be more expensive than booking in advance. As the departure date approaches, there are usually fewer seats available which can drive up the cost. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare. ### Is it cheaper to book a Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) flight and hotel package? Securing a Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) [Cairo Vacation Packages](https://www.expedia.com/cairo.d178243.destination-travel-guides) is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars. ### Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.)? If you booked your Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Cairo (CAI-Cairo Intl.) flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in [your itinerary](https://www.expedia.com/trips) or confirmation email. Or, head to our [Customer Service portal](https://www.expedia.com/helpcenter/) if you'd like more information. ## Travel information | Origin airport | Cape Town Intl. Airport | | ------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Destination airport | Cairo Intl. 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