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Cheap flights from South Africa 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
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JNB
19h 55m
1 stop
R21 803Singapore Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 16
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
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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
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JNB
34h 55m
1 stop
R22 416Qantas Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:55 - 16:40
JNB
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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
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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
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CNS
37h 20m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 15:35
CNS
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JNB
51h 45m
2 stops
R23 825Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:50 - 9:50
JNB
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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
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CNS
20h 55m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:05 - 15:00
CNS
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JNB
34h 55m
1 stop
R24 373Qantas Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
Qantas Airways Logo
17:30 - 22:25
JNB
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CNS
20h 55m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:05 - 15:00
CNS
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JNB
34h 55m
1 stop
R24 439Qantas Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 12:55
JNB
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CNS
34h 10m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
19:10 - 16:25
CNS
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JNB
29h 15m
1 stop
R24 920Qantas Airways
Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 24

Qantas Airways flights from South Africa to Cairns

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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
30h 50m
1 stop
CNS8:20Cairns
Nov 15
CNS12:05Cairns
34h 55m
1 stop
JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 416
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

KLM flights from South Africa to Cairns

Our best KLM deals on South Africa to Cairns flight tickets
KLM
Jun 10
JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
46h 15m
3 stops
CNS5:30Cairns
Jun 24
CNS19:00Cairns
58h 20m
3 stops
JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R72 272
KLM
Oct 3
JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
46h 15m
3 stops
CNS5:30Cairns
Oct 16
CNS19:00Cairns
58h 20m
3 stops
JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R73 085

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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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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 November, then book flights to Cairns from South Africa during February instead. Flights to Cairns in February, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around R12 833.

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

You could potentially save up to 53% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Cairns flight.

Cheap South Africa to Cairns flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

30h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Cairns takes 30h 50m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Cairns

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

    Prices for flights from South Africa to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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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 R13 625Free CancellationRating
8,2
1 522 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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