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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cairns from R81 710

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Cairns departing on 29/8. 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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Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 9:50
JNB
-
CNS
35h 45m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
19:15 - 4:00
CNS
-
JNB
64h 45m
2 stops
R81 710Qatar Airways
Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 6
Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 17:00
JNB
-
CNS
36h 35m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 19:20
CNS
-
JNB
33h 05m
1 stop
R89 167Singapore Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Sep 6
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 8:40
JNB
-
CNS
29h 55m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
6:50 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
41h 35m
1 stop
R94 502Qantas Airways
Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 6
Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 9:50
JNB
-
CNS
52h 55m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
19:15 - 4:00
CNS
-
JNB
64h 45m
2 stops
R100 915Qatar Airways
Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Sep 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 20:50
JNB
-
CNS
46h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:15 - 19:20
CNS
-
JNB
33h 05m
1 stop
R126 517Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Sep 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 9:50
JNB
-
CNS
35h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:40 - 19:20
CNS
-
JNB
33h 40m
3 stops
R188 143Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 19:30
JNB
-
CNS
45h 25m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:40 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
30h 45m
2 stops
R208 194Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Sep 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 11:50
JNB
-
CNS
37h 45m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:40 - 4:00
CNS
-
JNB
42h 20m
3 stops
R235 005Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Sep 6

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

14:05-9:50

2 stops35h 45m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

19:15-4:00

2 stops64h 45m

R81 710

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

20:25-17:00

1 stop36h 35m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

18:15-19:20

1 stop33h 05m

R89 167

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

18:45-8:40

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

6:50-16:25

1 stop41h 35m

R94 502

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

20:55-9:50

2 stops52h 55m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

19:15-4:00

2 stops64h 45m

R100 915

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

14:05-20:50

2 stops46h 45m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

18:15-19:20

1 stop33h 05m

R126 517
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

14:05-9:50

2 stops35h 45m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

17:40-19:20

3 stops33h 40m

R188 143

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

14:05-19:30

3 stops45h 25m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

17:40-16:25

2 stops30h 45m

R208 194

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

14:05-11:50

3 stops37h 45m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

17:40-4:00

3 stops42h 20m

R235 005

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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 R15 875.

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Fastest flight time

36h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Cairns takes 36h 35m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg to Cairns

  • How far is Johannesburg to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Johannesburg to Cairns is 11746,9 km. 36h 35m 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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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R13 524Free CancellationRating
8,2
1 578 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom R16 702Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 067 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R19 256Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 747 reviews
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