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CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Johannesburg TO Cairns
Johannesburg (JNB) to Cairns (CNS)
Typically, flights to Cairns from Johannesburg are cheaper when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairns, which has an average price of R13 905
| CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM JOHANNESBURG | March | 11% cheaper | Flying from Johannesburg to Cairns costs on average just R12 344 in March |
| MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM JOHANNESBURG | December | 24% more expensive | It costs about R17 191 for flights to Cairns from Johannesburg in December |
| MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM JOHANNESBURG | December | 300% more users visited | More momondo users searched in flights to Cairns from Johannesburg in December than any other month |
When is the best time to fly to Cairns?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?
If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Cairns from South Africa during August instead. Flights to Cairns in August, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around R12 372.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?
On average, the least expensive day to fly to Cairns from South Africa is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as R12 971. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cairns on Saturday is R16 773.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?
According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cairns is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from South Africa to Cairns in the morning for as low as R15 049. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Cairns is in the afternoon when prices are around R20 852.
Is there an alternative airport near Cairns?
Bloomfield Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Cairns.
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