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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cairns from R9 334

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Cairns departing on 2/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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11:05 - 10:45JNB-CNS
63h 40m2 stops
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14:50 - 7:40CNS-JNB
48h 50m2 stops
R17 155Cathay Pacific
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Fri, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 11
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:05 - 10:45JNB-CNS
39h 40m2 stops
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14:50 - 7:40CNS-JNB
48h 50m2 stops
R17 191Cathay Pacific
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Fri, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 11
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:05 - 10:45JNB-CNS
39h 40m2 stops
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14:50 - 7:40CNS-JNB
48h 50m2 stops
R17 314Cathay Pacific
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Fri, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 11
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:20 - 8:35JNB-CNS
37h 15m2 stops
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14:25 - 7:40CNS-JNB
49h 15m2 stops
R23 360Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 5
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17:30 - 8:20JNB-CNS
30h 50m1 stop
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17:35 - 15:00CNS-JNB
53h 25m2 stops
R23 554Qantas Airways
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Fri, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 11
Qantas Airways Logo
17:30 - 8:20JNB-CNS
30h 50m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:35 - 15:00CNS-JNB
53h 25m2 stops
R23 589Qantas Airways
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Fri, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 11
Qantas Airways Logo
17:30 - 8:20JNB-CNS
30h 50m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:35 - 15:00CNS-JNB
53h 25m2 stops
R23 765Qantas Airways
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Fri, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 11
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:45 - 17:00JNB-CNS
19h 15m1 stop
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18:15 - 18:35CNS-JNB
56h 20m1 stop
R28 335Singapore Airlines
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Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 5
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11:20 - 8:35JNB-CNS
37h 15m2 stops
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6:00 - 8:20CNS-JNB
34h 20m3 stops
R30 479
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Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 5
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18:45 - 22:50JNB-CNS
20h 05m1 stop
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6:45 - 8:20CNS-JNB
33h 35m2 stops
R31 235
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Cathay Pacific flights from Johannesburg to Cairns

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Cathay Pacific
Nov 7
JNB11:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
63h 40m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
Nov 11
CNS14:50Cairns
48h 50m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 155
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Cathay Pacific
Nov 7
JNB11:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 40m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
Nov 11
CNS14:50Cairns
48h 50m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 191
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Cathay Pacific
Nov 7
JNB11:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 40m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
Nov 11
CNS14:50Cairns
48h 50m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 314
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Qantas Airways flights from Johannesburg to Cairns

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Qantas Airways
Nov 7
JNB17:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 50m
1 stop
CNS8:20Cairns
Nov 11
CNS17:35Cairns
53h 25m
2 stops
JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R23 554
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Qantas Airways
Nov 7
JNB17:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 50m
1 stop
CNS8:20Cairns
Nov 11
CNS17:35Cairns
53h 25m
2 stops
JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R23 589
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Qantas Airways
Nov 7
JNB17:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 50m
1 stop
CNS8:20Cairns
Nov 11
CNS17:35Cairns
53h 25m
2 stops
JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R23 765
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 16 August 2025.
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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

11:05-10:45

2 stops63h 40m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

14:50-7:40

2 stops48h 50m

R17 155

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

11:05-10:45

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

14:50-7:40

2 stops48h 50m

R17 191

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

11:05-10:45

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

14:50-7:40

2 stops48h 50m

R17 314

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

11:20-8:35

2 stops37h 15m

Cairns

Sun 5/10

14:25-7:40

2 stops49h 15m

R23 360

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

17:30-8:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

17:35-15:00

2 stops53h 25m

R23 554

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

17:30-8:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

17:35-15:00

2 stops53h 25m

R23 589

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

17:30-8:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

17:35-15:00

2 stops53h 25m

R23 765

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

13:45-17:00

1 stop19h 15m

Cairns

Sun 5/10

18:15-18:35

1 stop56h 20m

R28 335

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

11:20-8:35

2 stops37h 15m

Cairns

Sun 5/10

6:00-8:20

3 stops34h 20m

R30 479

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Cairns

Sun 5/10

6:45-8:20

2 stops33h 35m

R31 235

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to Cairns

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Cairns from Johannesburg during May instead. Flights to Cairns in May, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around R16 206.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Cairns from Johannesburg is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as R20 286. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cairns on Wednesday is R31 040.

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 at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from Johannesburg to Cairns at midday for as low as R21 497. 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 evening when prices are around R27 785.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around R20 609 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Johannesburg for as low as R15 152 on momondo.

Cheap Johannesburg to Cairns flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Johannesburg to Cairns

Best price found

R9 334

Fastest flight time

19h 15m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R9 334. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R17 155.
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Cairns takes 19h 15m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Cairns. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - Cairns Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)
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  • How far is Johannesburg to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Johannesburg to Cairns is 11746,9 km. 19h 15m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Cairns Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cairns

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Free Cancellation
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R13 193Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 347 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom R19 597Free CancellationRating
7,5
895 reviews
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