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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairns from R12 834

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from South Africa to Cairns departing on 18/8. 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
20:20 - 23:55
JNB
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CNS
67h 35m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
17:20 - 15:35
CNS
-
JNB
30h 15m
2 stops
R21 092Qatar Airways
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 5
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 13:00
JNB
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CNS
38h 55m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 - 9:10
CNS
-
JNB
30h 40m
2 stops
R23 828Qatar Airways
Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 28
Qantas Airways Logo
22:30 - 12:55
JNB
-
CNS
30h 25m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
19:10 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
29h 15m
1 stop
R24 375Qantas Airways
Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 28
Emirates Logo
22:20 - 9:30
JNB
-
CNS
51h 10m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
15:45 - 20:35
CNS
-
JNB
36h 50m
2 stops
R28 819Emirates
Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 11
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:45 - 17:00
JNB
-
CNS
19h 15m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 19:20
CNS
-
JNB
33h 05m
1 stop
R29 316Singapore Airlines
Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 - 11:50
JNB
-
CNS
40h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 7:45
CNS
-
JNB
33h 45m
3 stops
R31 522Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 28
Emirates Logo
22:20 - 16:40
JNB
-
CNS
34h 20m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
12:35 - 5:30
CNS
-
JNB
48h 55m
2 stops
R31 688Emirates
Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:20 - 11:05
JNB
-
CNS
54h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 7:25
CNS
-
JNB
33h 25m
3 stops
R32 301Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 11:05
JNB
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CNS
37h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 5:05
CNS
-
JNB
17h 50m
1 stop
R39 978Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 5
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 17:20
JNB
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CNS
19h 40m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:20 - 6:10
CNS
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JNB
43h 50m
1 stop
R50 143Singapore Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 5

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Emirates flights from South Africa to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on South Africa to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
Aug 4
JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
51h 10m
2 stops
CNS9:30Cairns
Aug 11
CNS15:45Cairns
36h 50m
2 stops
JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R28 819
Emirates
Aug 8
JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 20m
2 stops
CNS16:40Cairns
Aug 15
CNS12:35Cairns
48h 55m
2 stops
JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R31 688

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Cairns

Our best Qatar Airways deals on South Africa to Cairns flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Dec 8
JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
67h 35m
2 stops
CNS23:55Cairns
Jan 5
CNS17:20Cairns
30h 15m
2 stops
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R21 092
Qatar Airways
Jul 7
JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 55m
2 stops
CNS13:00Cairns
Jul 28
CNS10:30Cairns
30h 40m
2 stops
JNB9:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R23 828
Qatar Airways
Sept 25
JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
49h 15m
2 stops
CNS23:20Cairns
Oct 29
CNS23:55Cairns
47h 40m
2 stops
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R74 220

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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 25 June 2026.
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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

20:20-23:55

2 stops67h 35m

Cairns

Tue 5/1

17:20-15:35

2 stops30h 15m

R21 092

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

14:05-13:00

2 stops38h 55m

Cairns

Tue 28/7

10:30-9:10

2 stops30h 40m

R23 828

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

22:30-12:55

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Tue 28/7

19:10-16:25

1 stop29h 15m

R24 375

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

22:20-9:30

2 stops51h 10m

Cairns

Tue 11/8

15:45-20:35

2 stops36h 50m

R28 819
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

13:45-17:00

1 stop19h 15m

Cairns

Tue 28/7

18:15-19:20

1 stop33h 05m

R29 316

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

11:10-11:50

2 stops40h 40m

Cairns

Tue 28/7

6:00-7:45

3 stops33h 45m

R31 522

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/8

22:20-16:40

2 stops34h 20m

Cairns

Sat 15/8

12:35-5:30

2 stops48h 55m

R31 688

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

20:20-11:05

2 stops54h 45m

Cairns

Tue 5/1

6:00-7:25

3 stops33h 25m

R32 301

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

13:45-11:05

2 stops37h 20m

Cairns

Tue 5/1

19:15-5:05

1 stop17h 50m

R39 978

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

13:40-17:20

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Tue 5/1

18:20-6:10

1 stop43h 50m

R50 143

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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 August, then book flights to Cairns from South Africa during November instead. Flights to Cairns in November, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around R11 126.

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

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Cairns flight.

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Fastest flight time

18h 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Cairns takes 18h 45m
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 533Free CancellationRating
8,2
1 554 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom R16 713Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 050 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R19 269Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 730 reviews
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