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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairns from $928

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Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 17:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
19h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:20 - 06:10CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,850Singapore Airlines
Thu, 11 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 17:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
19h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:20 - 06:10CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,854Singapore Airlines
Thu, 11 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 11:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
54h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
Qatar Airways Logo
11:45 - 08:40CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
52h 55m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
$2,038Qatar Airways
Thu, 11 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 11:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CNS Cairns
54h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
Qatar Airways Logo
11:45 - 08:40CNS  Cairns-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
52h 55m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
$2,042Qatar Airways
Thu, 11 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb

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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
11 Feb
JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 35m
1 stop
CNS17:15Cairns
15 Feb
CNS18:20Cairns
19h 50m
1 stop
JNB06:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,850
Singapore Airlines
11 Feb
JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 35m
1 stop
CNS17:15Cairns
15 Feb
CNS18:20Cairns
19h 50m
1 stop
JNB06:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,854
Singapore Airlines
28 Aug
JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
60h 35m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
20 Nov
CNS18:20Cairns
19h 50m
1 stop
JNB06:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,579

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Cairns

Our best Qatar Airways deals on South Africa to Cairns flight tickets
Qatar Airways
28 Aug
JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 45m
2 stops
CNS09:50Cairns
26 Nov
CNS17:35Cairns
47h 05m
2 stops
JNB08:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,012
Qatar Airways
11 Feb
JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
54h 45m
2 stops
CNS11:05Cairns
15 Feb
CNS11:45Cairns
52h 55m
2 stops
JNB08:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,038
Qatar Airways
11 Feb
JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
54h 45m
2 stops
CNS11:05Cairns
15 Feb
CNS11:45Cairns
52h 55m
2 stops
JNB08:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
$2,042

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JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/2

13:40-17:15

1 stop19h 35m

Cairns

Mon 15/2

18:20-06:10

1 stop19h 50m

$1,850

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/2

13:40-17:15

1 stop19h 35m

Cairns

Mon 15/2

18:20-06:10

1 stop19h 50m

$1,854

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/2

20:20-11:05

2 stops54h 45m

Cairns

Mon 15/2

11:45-08:40

2 stops52h 55m

$2,038

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/2

20:20-11:05

2 stops54h 45m

Cairns

Mon 15/2

11:45-08:40

2 stops52h 55m

$2,042
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

20:20-13:50

2 stops33h 30m

$928

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

09:50-08:30

3 stops38h 40m

$965
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

13:40-17:15

1 stop19h 35m

$1,391

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,327, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of November, then departing from South Africa during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,365.

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

You could potentially save up to 39% 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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Best price found

$928

Fastest flight time

19h 35m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Cairns from South Africa in the past 72 hours is $928. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,850.
The fastest flight from South Africa to Cairns takes 19h 35m
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 $936Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,585 reviews
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