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

Prices for flights from Africa to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Africa to Cairns Airport?

As of December 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Africa to Cairns Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from 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 Africa to Cairns Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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11:00 - 08:35

JNB

CNS

37h 35m2 stops

11:35 - 07:25

CNS

JNB

51h 50m2 stops

$1,766Cathay Pacific

Sun, 1 Mar - Tue, 3 Mar

11:00 - 11:50

JNB

CNS

40h 50m2 stops

14:50 - 07:25

CNS

JNB

48h 35m2 stops

$1,885Cathay Pacific

Sun, 1 Mar - Tue, 3 Mar

21:55 - 11:50

JNB

CNS

29h 55m2 stops

18:05 - 15:00

CNS

JNB

28h 55m1 stop

$1,895Qantas Airways

Sun, 1 Mar - Tue, 3 Mar

21:55 - 11:50

JNB

CNS

29h 55m2 stops

18:05 - 15:00

CNS

JNB

28h 55m1 stop

$1,909Qantas Airways

Sun, 1 Mar - Tue, 3 Mar

17:30 - 16:15

JNB

CNS

38h 45m1 stop

11:20 - 18:50

CNS

JNB

39h 30m1 stop

$2,007Qantas Airways

Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

17:30 - 22:30

JNB

CNS

21h 00m1 stop

12:35 - 18:50

CNS

JNB

38h 15m2 stops

$2,059Qantas Airways

Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

13:05 - 11:00

CAI

CNS

37h 55m2 stops

15:45 - 17:35

CNS

CAI

57h 50m2 stops

$2,444Qatar Airways

Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

20:20 - 11:00

CAI

CNS

30h 40m2 stops

15:45 - 23:05

CNS

CAI

63h 20m2 stops

$2,447Qatar Airways

Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

17:30 - 23:05

JNB

CNS

21h 35m2 stops

07:45 - 10:55

CNS

JNB

35h 10m3 stops

$2,902Multiple Airlines

Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

19:55 - 08:30

JNB

CNS

28h 35m3 stops

09:45 - 13:05

CNS

JNB

35h 20m3 stops

$3,424Multiple Airlines

Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

Cathay Pacific flights from Africa to Cairns

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Cathay Pacific

1 Mar

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 35m

2 stops

CNS08:35Cairns

3 Mar

CNS11:35Cairns

51h 50m

2 stops

JNB07:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,766

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Cathay Pacific

1 Mar

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 50m

2 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

3 Mar

CNS14:50Cairns

48h 35m

2 stops

JNB07:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,885

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Cathay Pacific

1 Mar

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 50m

2 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

3 Mar

CNS14:50Cairns

48h 35m

2 stops

JNB07:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,892

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Qantas Airways

1 Mar

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

2 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

3 Mar

CNS18:05Cairns

28h 55m

1 stop

JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,895

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Qantas Airways

1 Mar

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

2 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

3 Mar

CNS18:05Cairns

28h 55m

1 stop

JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,909

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Qantas Airways

1 Mar

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

2 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

3 Mar

CNS18:05Cairns

28h 55m

1 stop

JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,913

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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

11:00-08:35

2 stops37h 35m

Cairns

Tue 3/3

11:35-07:25

2 stops51h 50m

$1,766

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

11:00-11:50

2 stops40h 50m

Cairns

Tue 3/3

14:50-07:25

2 stops48h 35m

$1,885

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

21:55-11:50

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Tue 3/3

18:05-15:00

1 stop28h 55m

$1,895

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

21:55-11:50

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Tue 3/3

18:05-15:00

1 stop28h 55m

$1,909

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

17:30-16:15

1 stop38h 45m

Cairns

Sat 31/1

11:20-18:50

1 stop39h 30m

$2,007

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

17:30-22:30

1 stop21h 00m

Cairns

Sat 31/1

12:35-18:50

2 stops38h 15m

$2,059

CairoCairns

CAI - CNS

CAICNS

Cairo

Thu 12/2

13:05-11:00

2 stops37h 55m

Cairns

Mon 16/2

15:45-17:35

2 stops57h 50m

$2,444

CairoCairns

CAI - CNS

CAICNS

Cairo

Thu 12/2

20:20-11:00

2 stops30h 40m

Cairns

Mon 16/2

15:45-23:05

2 stops63h 20m

$2,447

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

17:30-23:05

2 stops21h 35m

Cairns

Sat 31/1

07:45-10:55

3 stops35h 10m

$2,902

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

19:55-08:30

3 stops28h 35m

Cairns

Sat 31/1

09:45-13:05

3 stops35h 20m

$3,424

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $817. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $1,580. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

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Fastest flight time	26h 20m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Africa to Cairns takes 26h 20m

There are no direct flights from Africa to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Africa to Cairns.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Africa to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from Africa to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Africa to Cairns Airport?
As of December 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Africa to Cairns Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from 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 Africa to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Africa to Cairns

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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,008	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,412 reviews		Search Singapore Airlines flights

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