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R20 462 Cheap flights to Cairns

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Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 9:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
35h 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
R20 462Qatar Airways
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Dec 29
Qantas Airways Logo
22:30 - 12:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
30h 25m2 stops Perth Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways Logo
19:10 - 16:25CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
R21 770Qantas Airways
Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 12:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
34h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways Logo
14:40 - 20:05CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Perth
R22 064Qantas Airways
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 9:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
35h 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
R23 404Qatar Airways
Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Dec 29
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 13:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
38h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
Qatar Airways Logo
11:45 - 15:35CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 50m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
R23 470Qatar Airways
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Dec 28
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 22:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
20h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
Qantas Airways Logo
14:40 - 20:05CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Perth
R23 568Qantas Airways
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24
Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 17:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
36h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:20 - 6:10CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
R24 123Singapore Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Dec 29
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:45 - 17:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
19h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:20 - 6:10CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
R26 885Singapore Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Dec 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 13:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
39h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 9:10CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 10m3 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
R28 716Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:20 - 12:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
30h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 10:15CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 15m3 stops Brisbane Singapore Changi Dubai Intl
R30 759Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24

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JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

14:05-9:50

2 stops35h 45m

Cairns

Tue 29/12

11:45-15:35

2 stops35h 50m

R20 462

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

22:30-12:55

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Fri 25/9

19:10-16:25

1 stop29h 15m

R21 770

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

18:45-12:55

1 stop34h 10m

Cairns

Thu 24/9

14:40-20:05

2 stops37h 25m

R22 064

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

14:05-9:50

2 stops35h 45m

Cairns

Tue 29/12

11:45-15:35

2 stops35h 50m

R23 404

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

14:05-13:00

2 stops38h 55m

Cairns

Mon 28/12

11:45-15:35

2 stops35h 50m

R23 470

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

18:45-22:45

2 stops20h 00m

Cairns

Thu 24/9

14:40-20:05

2 stops37h 25m

R23 568
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

20:25-17:00

1 stop36h 35m

Cairns

Tue 29/12

18:20-6:10

1 stop19h 50m

R24 123

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

13:45-17:00

1 stop19h 15m

Cairns

Mon 28/12

18:20-6:10

1 stop43h 50m

R26 885

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

14:05-13:40

2 stops39h 35m

Cairns

Fri 25/9

6:00-9:10

3 stops35h 10m

R28 716

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

22:20-12:55

2 stops30h 35m

Cairns

Thu 24/9

6:00-10:15

3 stops36h 15m

R30 759

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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 R16 197.

Cheapest flights to Cairns

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Find flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTMay24% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns costs on average just R15 657 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTSeptember25% more expensiveIt costs about R25 758 for flights to Cairns from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTMay1 000% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Cairns from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May than any other month

Cheap Cairns flight deals and tips

Summary info about Cairns flight prices, duration and airlines

Best Round-Trip Price

R20 462

Fastest flight time

35h 45m
The best return flight price to Cairns from South Africa in the last 5 days is R20 462 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairns).
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The fastest flight to Cairns from South Africa takes 35h 45m (Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 25m 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 August 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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Flights to Cairns with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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