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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns from R23 067

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CNS
Sep 8 — Sep 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 August 2026.

Fri 4/914:05 -
2 stops35h 45m
Tue 29/1211:45 -
2 stops35h 50m
Deal found 4/8R23 067
Fri 4/922:30 -
2 stops28h 05m
Tue 29/1218:05 -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 4/8R27 110
Fri 4/920:25 -
1 stop60h 35m
Tue 29/1218:20 -
1 stop19h 50m
Deal found 4/8R29 349
Fri 4/922:30 -
2 stops33h 00m
Tue 29/129:45 -
3 stops54h 35m
Deal found 4/8R44 571

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 9 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R23 067

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R23 196
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/9-29/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 71h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R55 556 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 653 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

14:05-9:50

2 stops35h 45m

Cairns

Tue 29/12

11:45-15:35

2 stops35h 50m

R23 067

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

22:30-15:30

2 stops33h 00m

Cairns

Tue 29/12

9:45-8:20

3 stops54h 35m

R44 571

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns (average of R15 432). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns in September is currently the most expensive (average of R25 386). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns flights typically cost between R23 147 and R24 001 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R23 067 on Qatar Airways (Sept 4–Dec 29).

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 9 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Qantas Airways, andQatar 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
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

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
1 584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

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
1 079 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

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 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 Qatar Airways fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns in about 35h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Cairns is about 11734 km.

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

    Singapore Airlines, at R13 146, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways. These flights start at 34% 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns (average of R15 432). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cairns in September is currently the most expensive (average of R25 386). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Cairns

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 9 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 146AverageR17 867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR16 236AverageR22 274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 719AverageR19 971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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