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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cairns from R17 745

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CNS
Mar 31 — Apr 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 March 2026.

Wed 19/811:10
JNB
-
CNS
2 stops40h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 23/817:00
CNS
-
JNB
2 stops46h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 28/2R17 745
Wed 19/819:50
JNB
-
CNS
1 stop37h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 23/818:15
CNS
-
JNB
1 stop32h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/2R18 700
Wed 19/818:45
JNB
-
CNS
2 stops20h 00m
Qantas Airways
Sun 23/86:45
CNS
-
JNB
1 stop41h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 27/2R21 819

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 856

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R18 700
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 19/8-23/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 88h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairns
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JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

11:10-11:50

2 stops40h 40m

Cairns

Sun 23/8

15:45-7:55

2 stops48h 10m

R17 856

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

19:50-17:00

1 stop37h 10m

Cairns

Sun 23/8

18:15-18:35

1 stop32h 20m

R18 700

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

18:45-22:45

2 stops20h 00m

Cairns

Sun 23/8

6:45-16:25

1 stop41h 40m

R21 819

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairns

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairns?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairns (average of R10 679). Flying from Johannesburg to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 583). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 1 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways from Johannesburg to Cairns by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
999 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Johannesburg?

    If you book a flight to Cairns from Johannesburg, you will be flying to Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 4,4 km from the centre of Cairns. There are 0 flights from Johannesburg to Cairns per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Cairns?

    Airlines like Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, and Qantas Airways fly from Johannesburg to Cairns in about 20h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 40m. The distance between Johannesburg and Cairns is about 11734 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cairns round-trip?

    Flying on Singapore Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at R11 436. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at R16 493 round trip. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairns?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairns (average of R10 679). Flying from Johannesburg to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 583). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 1 March 2026.
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 436AverageR14 684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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