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Prices for flights from South Africa to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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As of January 2026, 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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11:00 - 10:45

JNB

CNS

39h 45m

2 stops

15:35 - 07:55

CNS

JNB

48h 20m

2 stops

$1,547Cathay Pacific

Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 27 May

13:40 - 17:20

JNB

CNS

19h 40m

1 stop

18:15 - 18:35

CNS

JNB

56h 20m

1 stop

$1,608Singapore Airlines

Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 27 May

11:00 - 10:45

JNB

CNS

39h 45m

2 stops

06:00 - 07:55

CNS

JNB

33h 55m

3 stops

$1,760Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 27 May

21:55 - 11:50

JNB

CNS

29h 55m

2 stops

06:45 - 16:25

CNS

JNB

41h 40m

1 stop

$1,787Qantas Airways

Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 27 May

21:55 - 13:00

JNB

CNS

31h 05m

3 stops

14:55 - 16:25

CNS

JNB

33h 30m

3 stops

$2,220Qantas Airways

Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 27 May

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Qantas Airways

3 Mar

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

2 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

27 May

CNS06:45Cairns

41h 40m

1 stop

JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

$1,787

Qantas Airways

3 Mar

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 05m

3 stops

CNS13:00Cairns

27 May

CNS14:55Cairns

33h 30m

3 stops

JNB16:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

$2,220

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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

11:00-10:45

2 stops39h 45m

Cairns

Wed 27/5

15:35-07:55

2 stops48h 20m

$1,547

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

13:40-17:20

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Wed 27/5

18:15-18:35

1 stop56h 20m

$1,608

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

11:00-10:45

2 stops39h 45m

Cairns

Wed 27/5

06:00-07:55

3 stops33h 55m

$1,760

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

21:55-11:50

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Wed 27/5

06:45-16:25

1 stop41h 40m

$1,787

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

21:55-13:00

3 stops31h 05m

Cairns

Wed 27/5

14:55-16:25

3 stops33h 30m

$2,220

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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 October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,216, 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 South Africa during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,337.

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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	48h 35m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from South Africa to Cairns takes 48h 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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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 January 2026, 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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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $973	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,437 reviews		Search Singapore Airlines flights

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