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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairns from $1,844

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from South Africa to Cairns departing on 8/12. 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
$1,844Qatar Airways
Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 21:30
JNB
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CNS
18h 45m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
13:40 - 20:05
CNS
-
JNB
38h 25m
2 stops
$1,945Qantas Airways
Sat, 25 Jul - Sat, 1 Aug
Qantas Airways Logo
22:30 - 12:55
JNB
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CNS
30h 25m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
19:10 - 16:25
CNS
-
JNB
29h 15m
1 stop
$1,963Qantas Airways
Sun, 9 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 22:45
JNB
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CNS
20h 00m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
13:40 - 20:05
CNS
-
JNB
38h 25m
2 stops
$2,100Qantas Airways
Sat, 25 Jul - Sat, 1 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 - 11:50
JNB
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CNS
40h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:45 - 07:45
CNS
-
JNB
33h 00m
2 stops
$2,115Multiple Airlines
Sun, 9 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 13:40
JNB
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CNS
59h 40m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 - 10:15
CNS
-
JNB
56h 00m
3 stops
$2,225Multiple Airlines
Sun, 9 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:45 - 17:00
JNB
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CNS
19h 15m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 19:20
CNS
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JNB
33h 05m
1 stop
$2,298Singapore Airlines
Sun, 9 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 22:45
JNB
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CNS
48h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 09:00
CNS
-
JNB
35h 00m
3 stops
$2,412Multiple Airlines
Sun, 9 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
Emirates Logo
13:30 - 11:50
JNB
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CNS
38h 20m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
13:55 - 16:15
CNS
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JNB
34h 20m
2 stops
$2,743Emirates
Mon, 10 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug
Emirates Logo
22:20 - 16:40
JNB
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CNS
34h 20m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
12:35 - 05:30
CNS
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JNB
48h 55m
2 stops
$2,770Emirates
Sat, 8 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug

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Emirates flights from South Africa to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on South Africa to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
10 Aug
JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 20m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
17 Aug
CNS13:55Cairns
34h 20m
2 stops
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,743
Emirates
8 Aug
JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 20m
2 stops
CNS16:40Cairns
15 Aug
CNS12:35Cairns
48h 55m
2 stops
JNB05:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,770

Qantas Airways flights from South Africa to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on South Africa to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
25 July
JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 45m
1 stop
CNS21:30Cairns
1 Aug
CNS13:40Cairns
38h 25m
2 stops
JNB20:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,945
Qantas Airways
9 Aug
JNB22:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m
2 stops
CNS12:55Cairns
16 Aug
CNS19:10Cairns
29h 15m
1 stop
JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,963
Qantas Airways
25 July
JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 00m
2 stops
CNS22:45Cairns
1 Aug
CNS13:40Cairns
38h 25m
2 stops
JNB20:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,100

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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 78,305 searches. Data last updated 28 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

$1,844

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

18:45-21:30

1 stop18h 45m

Cairns

Sat 1/8

13:40-20:05

2 stops38h 25m

$1,945

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

22:30-12:55

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Sun 16/8

19:10-16:25

1 stop29h 15m

$1,963

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

18:45-22:45

2 stops20h 00m

Cairns

Sat 1/8

13:40-20:05

2 stops38h 25m

$2,100

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

11:10-11:50

2 stops40h 40m

Cairns

Sun 16/8

06:45-07:45

2 stops33h 00m

$2,115

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

18:00-13:40

3 stops59h 40m

Cairns

Sun 16/8

10:15-10:15

3 stops56h 00m

$2,225
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

13:45-17:00

1 stop19h 15m

Cairns

Sun 16/8

18:15-19:20

1 stop33h 05m

$2,298

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

14:05-22:45

2 stops48h 40m

Cairns

Sun 16/8

06:00-09:00

3 stops35h 00m

$2,412

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

13:30-11:50

2 stops38h 20m

Cairns

Mon 17/8

13:55-16:15

2 stops34h 20m

$2,743

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/8

22:20-16:40

2 stops34h 20m

Cairns

Sat 15/8

12:35-05:30

2 stops48h 55m

$2,770

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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?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from South Africa is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of August, then departing from South Africa during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $973.

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

You could potentially save up to 9% 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?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Cairns Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Cairns

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $973Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,555 reviews
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