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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairns from R16 254

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11:20 - 11:50JNB-CNS
64h 30m2 stops
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15:35 - 7:40CNS-JNB
48h 05m2 stops
R16 254Cathay Pacific
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Sun, May 24 - Wed, May 27
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22:30 - 12:55JNB-CNS
30h 25m2 stops
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6:45 - 16:25CNS-JNB
41h 40m1 stop
R17 674Qantas Airways
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Sun, May 24 - Wed, May 27
Qantas Airways Logo
22:30 - 12:55JNB-CNS
30h 25m2 stops
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19:05 - 16:25CNS-JNB
29h 20m1 stop
R17 691Qantas Airways
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Sun, May 24 - Wed, May 27
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 9:55JNB-CNS
38h 55m1 stop
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11:25 - 7:25CNS-JNB
28h 00m1 stop
R20 531Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 9:55JNB-CNS
38h 55m1 stop
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14:50 - 7:25CNS-JNB
48h 35m2 stops
R21 010Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
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13:45 - 17:00JNB-CNS
19h 15m1 stop
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18:15 - 6:10CNS-JNB
19h 55m1 stop
R21 900Singapore Airlines
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13:45 - 17:00JNB-CNS
19h 15m1 stop
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18:15 - 6:10CNS-JNB
19h 55m1 stop
R21 934Singapore Airlines
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11:00 - 9:55JNB-CNS
38h 55m1 stop
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6:00 - 7:25CNS-JNB
33h 25m3 stops
R23 337Multiple Airlines
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19:10 - 13:50JNB-CNS
58h 40m3 stops
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9:45 - 10:50CNS-JNB
57h 05m3 stops
R25 304Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
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19:55 - 5:45JNB-CNS
25h 50m2 stops
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6:40 - 13:05CNS-JNB
38h 25m3 stops
R30 779Multiple Airlines
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Cathay Pacific flights from South Africa to Cairns

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Cathay Pacific
May 24
JNB11:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
64h 30m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
May 27
CNS15:35Cairns
48h 05m
2 stops
JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 254
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Cathay Pacific
Jan 13
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 55m
1 stop
CNS9:55Cairns
Jan 20
CNS11:25Cairns
28h 00m
1 stop
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 531
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Cathay Pacific
Jan 13
JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 55m
1 stop
CNS9:55Cairns
Jan 20
CNS14:50Cairns
48h 35m
2 stops
JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R21 010
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Qantas Airways flights from South Africa to Cairns

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Qantas Airways
May 24
JNB22:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m
2 stops
CNS12:55Cairns
May 27
CNS6:45Cairns
41h 40m
1 stop
JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 674
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Qantas Airways
May 24
JNB22:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m
2 stops
CNS12:55Cairns
May 27
CNS19:05Cairns
29h 20m
1 stop
JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 691
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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 30 November 2025.
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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

11:20-11:50

2 stops64h 30m

Cairns

Wed 27/5

15:35-7:40

2 stops48h 05m

R16 254

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

22:30-12:55

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Wed 27/5

6:45-16:25

1 stop41h 40m

R17 674

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

22:30-12:55

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Wed 27/5

19:05-16:25

1 stop29h 20m

R17 691

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

11:00-9:55

1 stop38h 55m

Cairns

Tue 20/1

11:25-7:25

1 stop28h 00m

R20 531

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

11:00-9:55

1 stop38h 55m

Cairns

Tue 20/1

14:50-7:25

2 stops48h 35m

R21 010

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

13:45-17:00

1 stop19h 15m

Cairns

Wed 27/5

18:15-6:10

1 stop19h 55m

R21 900

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

13:45-17:00

1 stop19h 15m

Cairns

Wed 27/5

18:15-6:10

1 stop19h 55m

R21 934

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

11:00-9:55

1 stop38h 55m

Cairns

Tue 20/1

6:00-7:25

3 stops33h 25m

R23 337

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

19:10-13:50

3 stops58h 40m

Cairns

Tue 20/1

9:45-10:50

3 stops57h 05m

R25 304

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

19:55-5:45

2 stops25h 50m

Cairns

Tue 20/1

6:40-13:05

3 stops38h 25m

R30 779

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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 R14 902.

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 R19 746. 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 213.

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 R20 924. 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 045.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around R17 908 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from South Africa for as low as R13 636 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 4% 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

61h 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Cairns takes 61h 20m
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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  • 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 409Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 411 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R14 582Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 077 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom R16 181Free CancellationRating
7,5
946 reviews
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