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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairns from R17 928

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Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 17:00
JNB
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CNS
37h 10m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 18:35
CNS
-
JNB
56h 20m
1 stop
R17 928Singapore Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3
Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 9:50
JNB
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CNS
54h 00m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 - 4:00
CNS
-
JNB
49h 30m
2 stops
R19 040Qatar Airways
Wed, May 13 - Wed, May 20
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 23:20
JNB
-
CNS
50h 40m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 - 4:00
CNS
-
JNB
49h 30m
2 stops
R19 089Qatar Airways
Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3
Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 17:00
JNB
-
CNS
60h 35m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 19:20
CNS
-
JNB
33h 05m
1 stop
R20 185Singapore Airlines
Fri, May 29 - Fri, Jun 5
Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 9:50
JNB
-
CNS
54h 00m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
13:40 - 10:30
CNS
-
JNB
52h 50m
2 stops
R21 461Qatar Airways
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2
Qantas Airways Logo
22:30 - 12:55
JNB
-
CNS
30h 25m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
13:40 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
34h 45m
1 stop
R22 312Qantas Airways
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2
Qantas Airways Logo
22:30 - 12:55
JNB
-
CNS
54h 25m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
6:45 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
41h 40m
1 stop
R22 328Qantas Airways
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2
Qantas Airways Logo
22:30 - 12:55
JNB
-
CNS
30h 25m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
6:45 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
41h 40m
1 stop
R22 426Qantas Airways
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 12:55
JNB
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CNS
34h 10m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
10:15 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
38h 10m
1 stop
R23 032Qantas Airways
Wed, May 13 - Wed, May 20
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 15:55
JNB
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CNS
67h 15m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
16:55 - 4:00
CNS
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JNB
43h 05m
2 stops
R23 310Qatar Airways
Fri, May 29 - Fri, Jun 5

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Singapore Airlines flights from South Africa to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on South Africa to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
May 27
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 10m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
Jun 3
CNS18:15Cairns
56h 20m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 928
Singapore Airlines
May 29
JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
60h 35m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
Jun 5
CNS18:15Cairns
33h 05m
1 stop
JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 185
Singapore Airlines
May 29
JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 45m
2 stops
CNS11:10Cairns
Jun 5
CNS18:15Cairns
33h 05m
1 stop
JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R24 782

Emirates flights from South Africa to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on South Africa to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
May 26
JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
56h 40m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
Jun 2
CNS12:35Cairns
35h 40m
2 stops
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
R25 649
Emirates
May 29
JNB10:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 20m
2 stops
CNS14:25Cairns
Jun 5
CNS6:00Cairns
60h 15m
2 stops
JNB10:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
R25 829
Emirates
May 26
JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
51h 10m
2 stops
CNS9:30Cairns
Jun 2
CNS12:35Cairns
40h 00m
2 stops
JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R84 373

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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 15 April 2026.
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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

19:50-17:00

1 stop37h 10m

Cairns

Wed 3/6

18:15-18:35

1 stop56h 20m

R17 928

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

19:50-9:50

2 stops54h 00m

Cairns

Wed 20/5

10:30-4:00

2 stops49h 30m

R19 040

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

12:40-23:20

2 stops50h 40m

Cairns

Wed 3/6

10:30-4:00

2 stops49h 30m

R19 089

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

20:25-17:00

1 stop60h 35m

Cairns

Fri 5/6

18:15-19:20

1 stop33h 05m

R20 185

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

19:50-9:50

2 stops54h 00m

Cairns

Tue 2/6

13:40-10:30

2 stops52h 50m

R21 461
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

22:30-12:55

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Tue 2/6

13:40-16:25

1 stop34h 45m

R22 312

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

22:30-12:55

2 stops54h 25m

Cairns

Tue 2/6

6:45-16:25

1 stop41h 40m

R22 328

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

22:30-12:55

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Tue 2/6

6:45-16:25

1 stop41h 40m

R22 426

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

18:45-12:55

1 stop34h 10m

Cairns

Wed 20/5

10:15-16:25

1 stop38h 10m

R23 032

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

12:40-15:55

2 stops67h 15m

Cairns

Fri 5/6

16:55-4:00

2 stops43h 05m

R23 310

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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 August instead. Flights to Cairns in August, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around R15 098.

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

You could potentially save up to 37% 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

40h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Cairns takes 40h 55m
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

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    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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Rating
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R13 442Free CancellationRating
8,2
1 495 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom R16 981Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 019 reviews
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