What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Cairns?

Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating 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.

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

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

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.

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19:50 - 17:20JNB-CNS

37h 30m1 stop

18:35 - 18:35CNS-JNB

32h 00m1 stop

$1,292Singapore Airlines

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Sat, 15 Nov - Sun, 15 Feb

11:05 - 08:35JNB-CNS

37h 30m2 stops

06:00 - 07:40CNS-JNB

33h 40m2 stops

$1,465

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Sat, 15 Nov - Sun, 15 Feb

11:05 - 10:45JNB-CNS

39h 40m2 stops

14:50 - 07:40CNS-JNB

48h 50m2 stops

$1,514Cathay Pacific

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Fri, 7 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

11:05 - 10:45JNB-CNS

63h 40m2 stops

14:50 - 07:40CNS-JNB

48h 50m2 stops

$1,516Cathay Pacific

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Fri, 7 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

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14:50 - 07:40CNS-JNB

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$1,518Cathay Pacific

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Fri, 7 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

11:05 - 08:35JNB-CNS

37h 30m2 stops

06:00 - 07:40CNS-JNB

33h 40m3 stops

$1,643

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19:50 - 14:00JNB-CNS

34h 10m2 stops

18:35 - 18:35CNS-JNB

32h 00m1 stop

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Sat, 15 Nov - Sun, 15 Feb

17:30 - 08:20JNB-CNS

30h 50m1 stop

17:35 - 15:00CNS-JNB

53h 25m2 stops

$2,078Qantas Airways

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Fri, 7 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

17:30 - 08:20JNB-CNS

30h 50m1 stop

17:35 - 15:00CNS-JNB

53h 25m2 stops

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Fri, 7 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

17:30 - 08:20JNB-CNS

30h 50m1 stop

17:35 - 15:00CNS-JNB

53h 25m2 stops

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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

15 Nov

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 30m

1 stop

CNS17:20Cairns

15 Feb

CNS18:35Cairns

32h 00m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,292

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Singapore Airlines

15 Nov

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 10m

2 stops

CNS14:00Cairns

15 Feb

CNS18:35Cairns

32h 00m

1 stop

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,862

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Qantas Airways

7 Nov

JNB17:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 50m

1 stop

CNS08:20Cairns

11 Nov

CNS17:35Cairns

53h 25m

2 stops

JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

$2,078

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Qantas Airways

7 Nov

JNB17:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 50m

1 stop

CNS08:20Cairns

11 Nov

CNS17:35Cairns

53h 25m

2 stops

JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

$2,080

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Qantas Airways

7 Nov

JNB17:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 50m

1 stop

CNS08:20Cairns

11 Nov

CNS17:35Cairns

53h 25m

2 stops

JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

$2,081

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JNB - CNS

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/11

19:50-17:20

1 stop37h 30m

Cairns

Sun 15/2

18:35-18:35

1 stop32h 00m

$1,292

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/11

11:05-08:35

2 stops37h 30m

Cairns

Sun 15/2

06:00-07:40

2 stops33h 40m

$1,465

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

11:05-10:45

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

14:50-07:40

2 stops48h 50m

$1,514

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

11:05-10:45

2 stops63h 40m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

14:50-07:40

2 stops48h 50m

$1,516

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

11:05-10:45

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

14:50-07:40

2 stops48h 50m

$1,518

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/11

11:05-08:35

2 stops37h 30m

Cairns

Sun 15/2

06:00-07:40

3 stops33h 40m

$1,643

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/11

19:50-14:00

2 stops34h 10m

Cairns

Sun 15/2

18:35-18:35

1 stop32h 00m

$1,862

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

17:30-08:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

17:35-15:00

2 stops53h 25m

$2,078

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

17:30-08:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

17:35-15:00

2 stops53h 25m

$2,080

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

17:30-08:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

17:35-15:00

2 stops53h 25m

$2,081

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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 $1,424, 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 May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,432.

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

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $1,862. 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 Friday because tickets tend to average around $2,691. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

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

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from South Africa to Cairns when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,797. Flying to Cairns in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $2,017 on average. Flights to Cairns from South Africa at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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 $1,821 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 $1,339 on momondo.

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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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Cairns Airport?
As of August 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Cairns Airport.
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 Airlines	PriceFrom $1,278	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,347 reviews		Search Singapore Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from South Africa to Cairns with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from South Africa to Cairns with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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