What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns?

Flights via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 28h 07m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns?

Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 11h 22m.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns?

Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 65% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns?

Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R16 339.

How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns?

Airlines like Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns in about 30h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 32h 55m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Cairns is about 11734 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns round-trip?

Singapore Airlines, at R12 484, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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 OR Tambo Airport to Cairns?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns are Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairns, you will be flying into Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4,4 km from the centre vof the city. Cairns is the only Cairns airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 3 airlines have flights to Cairns from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

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

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Cairns?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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.

R16 713+ Cheap Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns

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Round-trip from	R16 713
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	October
Average price	R14 441

Cathay Pacific
5/3-9/3
4 total stops
112h 20m total
Johannesburg to Cairns

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (R60 575 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R9 410 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Thu 11/1219:10JNB - CNS

3 stops53h 10mMultiple Airlines

Thu 18/1219:30CNS - JNB

3 stops71h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10R29 347

Thu 11/1211:00JNB - CNS

1 stop38h 55mCathay Pacific

Thu 18/1211:25CNS - JNB

1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 27/10R35 268

Thu 11/1213:45JNB - CNS

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2 stops31h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 27/10R36 817

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Thu 5/311:00JNB - CNS

2 stops63h 45mCathay Pacific

Mon 9/314:50CNS - JNB

2 stops48h 35mCathay Pacific

Deal found 27/10R16 713

Thu 5/317:30JNB - CNS

1 stop30h 50mQantas Airways

Mon 9/317:35CNS - JNB

2 stops53h 25mQantas Airways

Deal found 27/10R19 433

Thu 5/313:40JNB - CNS

1 stop19h 40mSingapore Airlines

Mon 9/318:35CNS - JNB

1 stop32h 00mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 27/10R20 483

Thu 11/1219:10JNB - CNS

3 stops53h 10mMultiple Airlines

Thu 18/1219:30CNS - JNB

3 stops71h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10R29 347

Thu 11/1211:00JNB - CNS

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Thu 18/1211:25CNS - JNB

1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 27/10R35 268

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Mon 9/3

14:50-7:25

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns (average of R11 550). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 918). 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.

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

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 388 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 388 reviews

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8,1

Very Good

1 388 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Cathay Pacific

7,6

Good

1 042 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 388 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Qantas Airways

7,5

Good

924 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 388 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Johannesburg OR Tambo?
For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cairns, you will be flying into Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4,4 km from the centre vof the city. Cairns is the only Cairns airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 3 airlines have flights to Cairns from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns?
Airlines like Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns in about 30h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 32h 55m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Cairns is about 11734 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns round-trip?
Singapore Airlines, at R12 484, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Cairns that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Cairns?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Cairns.
Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Cairns?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Cairns?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns (average of R11 550). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 918). 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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Singapore Airlines	CheapestR12 484	AverageR15 669	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	CheapestR14 670	AverageR16 408	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qantas Airways	CheapestR18 506	AverageR21 612	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

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