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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairns from R15 560

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Singapore Airlines Logo
19:55 - 17:20JNB-CNS
37h 25m1 stop
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18:35 - 6:10CNS-JNB
19h 35m1 stop
R15 560Singapore Airlines
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Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 16
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 8:35JNB-CNS
61h 35m2 stops
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14:50 - 7:25CNS-JNB
48h 35m2 stops
R16 626Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 16
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 10:45JNB-CNS
39h 45m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:35 - 7:25CNS-JNB
50h 50m2 stops
R16 679Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 8
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 10:45JNB-CNS
39h 45m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
17:00 - 7:25CNS-JNB
46h 25m2 stops
R16 853Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 8
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 10:45JNB-CNS
63h 45m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
17:00 - 7:25CNS-JNB
46h 25m2 stops
R17 028Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 8
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 23:05JNB-CNS
25h 25m2 stops
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18:35 - 18:35CNS-JNB
32h 00m1 stop
R19 791Singapore Airlines
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Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 16
Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 8:35JNB-CNS
35h 50m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
17:20 - 8:40CNS-JNB
47h 20m2 stops
R20 787Qatar Airways
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Wed, Mar 4 - Thu, Mar 19
Emirates Logo
10:25 - 10:45JNB-CNS
40h 20m2 stops
Emirates Logo
11:20 - 5:35CNS-JNB
50h 15m2 stops
R29 878Emirates
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Fri, Jan 9 - Fri, Jan 23
Qantas Airways Logo
17:30 - 13:50JNB-CNS
36h 20m1 stop
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17:55 - 15:00CNS-JNB
53h 05m2 stops
R68 498Qantas Airways
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
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17:30 - 21:00JNB-CNS
19h 30m2 stops
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17:55 - 15:00CNS-JNB
53h 05m2 stops
R68 515Qantas Airways
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18

Singapore Airlines flights from South Africa to Cairns

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Singapore Airlines
Feb 2
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 25m
1 stop
CNS17:20Cairns
Feb 16
CNS18:35Cairns
19h 35m
1 stop
JNB6:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 560
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Singapore Airlines
Feb 2
JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 25m
2 stops
CNS23:05Cairns
Feb 16
CNS18:35Cairns
32h 00m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 791
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Singapore Airlines
Mar 4
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 25m
1 stop
CNS17:20Cairns
Mar 19
CNS23:55Cairns
26h 40m
2 stops
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 385
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Cathay Pacific flights from South Africa to Cairns

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Cathay Pacific
Feb 2
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
61h 35m
2 stops
CNS8:35Cairns
Feb 16
CNS14:50Cairns
48h 35m
2 stops
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 626
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Cathay Pacific
Nov 5
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 45m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
Nov 8
CNS12:35Cairns
50h 50m
2 stops
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 679
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Cathay Pacific
Nov 5
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 45m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
Nov 8
CNS17:00Cairns
46h 25m
2 stops
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 853
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 12 October 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

19:55-17:20

1 stop37h 25m

Cairns

Mon 16/2

18:35-6:10

1 stop19h 35m

R15 560

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

11:00-8:35

2 stops61h 35m

Cairns

Mon 16/2

14:50-7:25

2 stops48h 35m

R16 626

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

11:00-10:45

2 stops39h 45m

Cairns

Sat 8/11

12:35-7:25

2 stops50h 50m

R16 679

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

11:00-10:45

2 stops39h 45m

Cairns

Sat 8/11

17:00-7:25

2 stops46h 25m

R16 853

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

11:00-10:45

2 stops63h 45m

Cairns

Sat 8/11

17:00-7:25

2 stops46h 25m

R17 028

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

13:40-23:05

2 stops25h 25m

Cairns

Mon 16/2

18:35-18:35

1 stop32h 00m

R19 791

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

12:45-8:35

2 stops35h 50m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

17:20-8:40

2 stops47h 20m

R20 787

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

10:25-10:45

2 stops40h 20m

Cairns

Fri 23/1

11:20-5:35

2 stops50h 15m

R29 878

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

17:30-13:50

1 stop36h 20m

Cairns

Tue 18/11

17:55-15:00

2 stops53h 05m

R68 498

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

17:30-21:00

2 stops19h 30m

Cairns

Tue 18/11

17:55-15:00

2 stops53h 05m

R68 515

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa 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 October, then book flights to Cairns from South Africa during May instead. Flights to Cairns in May, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around R15 228.

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 Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as R20 177. 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 R30 873.

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 South Africa to Cairns at midday for as low as R21 381. 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 636.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Cairns flight.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa 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.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Cairns

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R12 680Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 379 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R14 901Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 023 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom R16 534Free CancellationRating
7,5
917 reviews
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