How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Cairns?

Airlines like Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific fly from Johannesburg to Cairns in about 37h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 24h. 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 R13 096. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R14 872 and R19 453, respectively. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Cairns?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Cairns flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Cairns?

Consider Cathay Pacific, Qantas Airways or Singapore Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Cairns.

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Johannesburg to Cairns?

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 53% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairns?

To save up to 29% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 54 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Johannesburg to Cairns from R19 874 1-2 weeks out and tickets from R25 510 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Cairns?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Cairns from Johannesburg average R20 338. You can even find prices in February for less than R20 338, as users have found deals to Cairns from as low as R14 098. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cairns from Johannesburg. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 41%.

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 3 different airlines.

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.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Cairns?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Cairns, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to CNS?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Johannesburg to Cairns by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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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 3 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Cairns?
Airlines like Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific fly from Johannesburg to Cairns in about 37h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 24h. 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 R13 096. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R14 872 and R19 453, respectively. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 35% 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.

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