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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairns from R25 826

JNB — CNS
Dec 11 — Dec 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Cairns

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Cairns

Fri 13/1121:35 -
2 stops30h 15m
Fri 27/1118:05 -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 9/11R25 826
Thu 12/1117:35 -
2 stops30h 55m
Fri 27/1112:35 -
1 stop34h 25m
Deal found 6/11R26 894
Sun 15/1121:35 -
2 stops28h 55m
Fri 27/1118:05 -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 10/11R27 059
Sun 15/1120:20 -
2 stops54h 45m
Fri 27/1115:45 -
2 stops48h 55m
Deal found 10/11R27 831
Fri 13/1113:45 -
2 stops43h 00m
Fri 27/1117:35 -
2 stops47h 05m
Deal found 9/11R29 114
Thu 12/1111:00 -
2 stops45h 50m
Fri 27/1111:40 -
2 stops51h 45m
Deal found 6/11R29 459
Sun 15/1121:35 -
1 stop23h 40m
Fri 27/1118:05 -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 10/11R30 758
Thu 12/1113:45 -
3 stops32h 00m
Fri 27/1119:15 -
2 stops28h 20m
Deal found 6/11R34 949
Fri 13/1113:45 -
3 stops32h 00m
Fri 27/119:45 -
2 stops30h 40m
Deal found 9/11R36 840
Sat 26/1210:40 -
2 stops22h 35m
Sat 2/118:20 -
2 stops47h 05m
Deal found 11/11R37 152
Fri 13/1113:40 -
1 stop43h 35m
Fri 27/1118:40 -
1 stop19h 30m
Deal found 9/11R38 204
Sat 26/1210:40 -
2 stops22h 35m
Sat 2/119:15 -
3 stops36h 20m
Deal found 11/11R54 496

Find flight deals from South Africa to Cairns

Round-trip from

R22 620

One-way from

R12 066

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 086
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 2/3-6/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 61h 30m total
  • South Africa to Cairns
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15/11-31/12
  • 15/11-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 55m total
  • South Africa to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R20 012 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 458 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

21:35-10:30

2 stops28h 55m

Cairns

Fri 27/11

18:05-15:00

1 stop28h 55m

R27 059

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

13:45-16:45

2 stops43h 00m

Cairns

Fri 27/11

17:35-8:40

2 stops47h 05m

R29 114
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

21:35-5:15

1 stop23h 40m

Cairns

Fri 27/11

18:05-15:00

1 stop28h 55m

R30 758

Cape TownCairns

CPT Cape Town Intl - CNS Cairns

CPTCNS

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/12

10:40-17:15

2 stops22h 35m

Cairns

Sat 2/1

18:20-9:25

2 stops47h 05m

R37 152

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/12

18:50-8:30

2 stops53h 40m

Cairns

Fri 1/1

11:40-5:35

2 stops49h 55m

R38 615

JohannesburgCairns

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CNS Cairns

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

13:45-5:45

3 stops32h 00m

Cairns

Fri 27/11

9:45-13:30

3 stops35h 45m

R40 539

Cape TownCairns

CPT Cape Town Intl - CNS Cairns

CPTCNS

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/12

10:40-17:15

2 stops22h 35m

Cairns

Sat 2/1

19:15-23:35

3 stops36h 20m

R54 496

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Cairns

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Cairns

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cairns (average of R17 047). Flying from South Africa to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of R25 497). 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

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways from South Africa to Cairns to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 635 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 635 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 635 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 123 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 635 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 702 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 635 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from South Africa to Cairns, you will be flying into Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4,4 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Cairns?

    Airlines like Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, and Singapore Airlines fly from South Africa to Cairns in about 22h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 25m. The distance from South Africa to Cairns is about 12054 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Cairns?

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Cairns?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Cairns (average of R17 047). Flying from South Africa to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of R25 497). 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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Alternative routes for South Africa to Cairns

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Top 3 airlines flying from South Africa to Cairns

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 895AverageR18 333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 066AverageR22 731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR19 104AverageR21 591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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