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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cairns from $798

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Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 - 15:00
JNB
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CNS
43h 50m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:40 - 07:45
CNS
-
JNB
50h 05m
2 stops
$1,863Cathay Pacific
Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 - 15:00
JNB
-
CNS
43h 50m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
18:20 - 07:45
CNS
-
JNB
45h 25m
2 stops
$1,876Cathay Pacific
Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Qatar Airways Logo
14:45 - 11:10
JNB
-
CNS
36h 25m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
16:55 - 15:50
CNS
-
JNB
30h 55m
2 stops
$2,042Qatar Airways
Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Qatar Airways Logo
14:45 - 11:10
JNB
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CNS
36h 25m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
16:55 - 15:50
CNS
-
JNB
30h 55m
2 stops
$2,052Qatar Airways
Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 22:25
JNB
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CNS
19h 40m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:40 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
54h 45m
2 stops
$2,220Qantas Airways
Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 12:55
JNB
-
CNS
34h 10m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:40 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
54h 45m
2 stops
$2,237Qantas Airways
Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 22:25
JNB
-
CNS
19h 40m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:40 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
54h 45m
2 stops
$2,245Qantas Airways
Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 12:55
JNB
-
CNS
34h 10m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:40 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
54h 45m
2 stops
$2,247Qantas Airways
Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 22:25
JNB
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CNS
19h 40m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:40 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
54h 45m
2 stops
$2,336Qantas Airways
Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:45 - 17:00
JNB
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CNS
19h 15m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 18:35
CNS
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JNB
32h 20m
1 stop
$2,717Singapore Airlines
Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to Cairns

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Johannesburg to Cairns flight tickets
Qatar Airways
23 Apr
JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 25m
2 stops
CNS11:10Cairns
27 Apr
CNS16:55Cairns
30h 55m
2 stops
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,042
Qatar Airways
23 Apr
JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 25m
2 stops
CNS11:10Cairns
27 Apr
CNS16:55Cairns
30h 55m
2 stops
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,052

Qantas Airways flights from Johannesburg to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Johannesburg to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
23 Apr
JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 40m
1 stop
CNS22:25Cairns
27 Apr
CNS17:40Cairns
54h 45m
2 stops
JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,220
Qantas Airways
23 Apr
JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 10m
1 stop
CNS12:55Cairns
27 Apr
CNS17:40Cairns
54h 45m
2 stops
JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,237
Qantas Airways
23 Apr
JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 40m
1 stop
CNS22:25Cairns
27 Apr
CNS17:40Cairns
54h 45m
2 stops
JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,245

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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

11:10-15:00

2 stops43h 50m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

13:40-07:45

2 stops50h 05m

$1,863

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

11:10-15:00

2 stops43h 50m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

18:20-07:45

2 stops45h 25m

$1,876

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

14:45-11:10

2 stops36h 25m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

16:55-15:50

2 stops30h 55m

$2,042

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

14:45-11:10

2 stops36h 25m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

16:55-15:50

2 stops30h 55m

$2,052

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

18:45-22:25

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

17:40-16:25

2 stops54h 45m

$2,220

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

18:45-12:55

1 stop34h 10m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

17:40-16:25

2 stops54h 45m

$2,237

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

18:45-22:25

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

17:40-16:25

2 stops54h 45m

$2,245

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

18:45-12:55

1 stop34h 10m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

17:40-16:25

2 stops54h 45m

$2,247

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

18:45-22:25

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

17:40-16:25

2 stops54h 45m

$2,336
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

13:45-17:00

1 stop19h 15m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

18:15-18:35

1 stop32h 20m

$2,717

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Johannesburg is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,201, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of October, then departing from Johannesburg during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,322.

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Fastest flight time

36h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Cairns takes 36h 25m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Cairns.
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  • How far is Johannesburg to Cairns by plane?

    Cairns is 11746.9 km away from Johannesburg. By plane, this route typically takes 36h 25m.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Cairns Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $961Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,475 reviews
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