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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns from R21 803

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Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 17:00
JNB
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CNS
36h 35m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 6:10
CNS
-
JNB
19h 55m
1 stop
R21 803Singapore Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 16
Qantas Airways Logo
17:30 - 8:20
JNB
-
CNS
30h 50m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
12:05 - 15:00
CNS
-
JNB
34h 55m
1 stop
R22 350Qantas Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
Qantas Airways Logo
17:30 - 8:20
JNB
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CNS
30h 50m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
12:05 - 15:00
CNS
-
JNB
34h 55m
1 stop
R22 416Qantas Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:55 - 16:40
JNB
-
CNS
35h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:10 - 15:20
CNS
-
JNB
38h 10m
2 stops
R22 698Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 16
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 23:55
JNB
-
CNS
50h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
11:45 - 15:35
CNS
-
JNB
35h 50m
2 stops
R23 759Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 11:05
JNB
-
CNS
37h 20m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 15:35
CNS
-
JNB
51h 45m
2 stops
R23 825Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:50 - 9:50
JNB
-
CNS
54h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 - 8:55
CNS
-
JNB
30h 25m
2 stops
R23 991Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 24
Qantas Airways Logo
17:30 - 22:25
JNB
-
CNS
20h 55m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:05 - 15:00
CNS
-
JNB
34h 55m
1 stop
R24 373Qantas Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
Qantas Airways Logo
17:30 - 22:25
JNB
-
CNS
20h 55m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:05 - 15:00
CNS
-
JNB
34h 55m
1 stop
R24 439Qantas Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 12:55
JNB
-
CNS
34h 10m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
19:10 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
29h 15m
1 stop
R24 920Qantas Airways
Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 24

Singapore Airlines flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
Sept 8
JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
60h 35m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
Sept 23
CNS18:15Cairns
57h 05m
1 stop
JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R21 090
Singapore Airlines
Oct 3
JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 35m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
Oct 16
CNS18:15Cairns
19h 55m
1 stop
JNB6:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R21 803
Singapore Airlines
Oct 3
JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 30m
2 stops
CNS14:55Cairns
Oct 16
CNS18:15Cairns
19h 55m
1 stop
JNB6:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R24 936

Qantas Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
Nov 11
JNB17:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 50m
1 stop
CNS8:20Cairns
Nov 15
CNS12:05Cairns
34h 55m
1 stop
JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 350
Qantas Airways
Nov 11
JNB17:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 55m
2 stops
CNS22:25Cairns
Nov 15
CNS12:05Cairns
34h 55m
1 stop
JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R24 373
Qantas Airways
Jun 10
JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 10m
1 stop
CNS12:55Cairns
Jun 24
CNS19:10Cairns
29h 15m
1 stop
JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R24 920

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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

20:25-17:00

1 stop36h 35m

Cairns

Fri 16/10

18:15-6:10

1 stop19h 55m

R21 803

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

17:30-8:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cairns

Sun 15/11

12:05-15:00

1 stop34h 55m

R22 350

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

17:30-8:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cairns

Sun 15/11

12:05-15:00

1 stop34h 55m

R22 416

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

20:55-16:40

2 stops35h 45m

Cairns

Fri 16/10

9:10-15:20

2 stops38h 10m

R22 698

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

13:45-23:55

2 stops50h 10m

Cairns

Sun 15/11

11:45-15:35

2 stops35h 50m

R23 759

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

13:45-11:05

2 stops37h 20m

Cairns

Sun 15/11

19:50-15:35

2 stops51h 45m

R23 825

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

19:50-9:50

2 stops54h 00m

Cairns

Wed 24/6

10:30-8:55

2 stops30h 25m

R23 991
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

17:30-22:25

2 stops20h 55m

Cairns

Sun 15/11

12:05-15:00

1 stop34h 55m

R24 373

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

17:30-22:25

2 stops20h 55m

Cairns

Sun 15/11

12:05-15:00

1 stop34h 55m

R24 439

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

18:45-12:55

1 stop34h 10m

Cairns

Wed 24/6

19:10-16:25

1 stop29h 15m

R24 920

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Cairns?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Cairns from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during August instead. Flights to Cairns in August, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around R15 021.

Can stopping save me money on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns flight.

How have Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns flights are approximately 23% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns (JNB to CNS) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

60h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns takes 60h 35m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns

  • How far is Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairns by plane?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo and Cairns are 11733,6 km apart from one another. 60h 35m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns?

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R13 625Free CancellationRating
8,2
1 521 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom R17 212Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 038 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R19 267Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 729 reviews
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