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Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 17:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-CNS Cairns
22h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:00 - 9:25CNS  Cairns-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 550Singapore Airlines
Mon, Apr 19 - Tue, Sep 28
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 14:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
34h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qatar Airways Logo
15:45 - 15:35CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
R21 675Qatar Airways
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 16:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
60h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qatar Airways Logo
11:45 - 15:35CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 50m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
R22 356Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 11:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
30h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
Qatar Airways Logo
11:45 - 15:35CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 50m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
R22 789Qatar Airways
Wed, Feb 10 - Sun, Feb 14
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 17:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
19h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:20 - 6:10CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
R23 354Singapore Airlines
Wed, Feb 10 - Sun, Feb 14
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 17:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
19h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:20 - 6:10CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
R23 387Singapore Airlines
Wed, Feb 10 - Sun, Feb 14
Qantas Airways Logo
21:35 - 5:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
23h 40m1 stop Perth
Qantas Airways Logo
12:35 - 18:25CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Perth
R24 351Qantas Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
Qantas Airways Logo
17:35 - 22:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
21h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
Qantas Airways Logo
6:40 - 15:00CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
40h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
R25 033Qantas Airways
Wed, Feb 10 - Sun, Feb 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 5:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
31h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Perth
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 - 20:30CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 45m3 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl Dubai Intl
R30 867Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:15 - 8:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
39h 15m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:45 - 15:35CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
R32 961Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14

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Cape TownCairns

CPT Cape Town Intl - CNS Cairns

CPTCNS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/4

10:40-17:05

2 stops22h 25m

Cairns

Tue 28/9

18:00-9:25

2 stops23h 25m

R18 550

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

20:20-14:55

2 stops34h 35m

Cairns

Mon 14/12

15:45-15:35

2 stops31h 50m

R21 675

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

20:20-16:45

2 stops60h 25m

Cairns

Sat 14/11

11:45-15:35

2 stops35h 50m

R22 356

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/2

20:20-11:05

2 stops30h 45m

Cairns

Sun 14/2

11:45-15:35

2 stops35h 50m

R22 789
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/2

13:40-17:15

1 stop19h 35m

Cairns

Sun 14/2

18:20-6:10

1 stop19h 50m

R23 354

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/2

13:40-17:15

1 stop19h 35m

Cairns

Sun 14/2

18:20-6:10

1 stop19h 50m

R23 387

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

21:35-5:15

1 stop23h 40m

Cairns

Sat 14/11

12:35-18:25

2 stops37h 50m

R24 351

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/2

17:35-22:40

2 stops21h 05m

Cairns

Sun 14/2

6:40-15:00

1 stop40h 20m

R25 032

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

13:45-5:15

2 stops31h 30m

Cairns

Sat 14/11

9:45-20:30

3 stops42h 45m

R30 867

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

9:15-8:30

3 stops39h 15m

Cairns

Mon 14/12

15:45-15:35

2 stops31h 50m

R32 961

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Cairns from South Africa during February instead. Flights to Cairns in February, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around R17 237.

Cheapest flights to Cairns

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTMay19% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns costs on average just R16 755 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember24% more expensiveIt costs about R25 780 for flights to Cairns from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTMay933% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Cairns from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May than any other month

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Summary info about Cairns flight prices, duration and airlines

Best Round-Trip Price

R21 675

Fastest flight time

32h 25m
The best return flight price to Cairns from South Africa in the last 5 days is R21 675 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairns).
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The fastest flight to Cairns from South Africa takes 32h 25m (Cape Town Intl to Cairns).
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Cairns

Is there an alternative airport near Cairns?

Bloomfield Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Cairns.

How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

Flight times from South Africa to Cairns vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg OR Tambo and flying into Cairns (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 30h 45m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Cairns is flying from Cape Town Intl to Cairns, which will take roughly . Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Cairns Airport?

Prices for flights to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Cairns Airport?

As of October 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights to Cairns Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Cairns Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Cairns Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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