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Cheap flights from South Africa to Cairns from R18 612

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CNS
Oct 27 — Nov 31
1 adult

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 October 2024.

Fri 1/1111:05JNB - CNS
2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/114:35CNS - JNB
2 stops49h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R18 612
Fri 1/1113:45JNB - CNS
1 stop43h 35mSingapore Airlines
Fri 31/118:35CNS - JNB
1 stop19h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 21/10R24 123
Fri 1/1122:20JNB - CNS
2 stops53h 45mEmirates
Fri 31/112:45CNS - JNB
3 stops59h 50mEmirates
Deal found 21/10R28 261

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Johannesburg OR TamboCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/11

2 stops37h 15m

Cairns

Fri 31/1

2 stops49h 05m

R18 612

Johannesburg OR TamboCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/11

1 stop43h 35m

Cairns

Fri 31/1

1 stop19h 35m

R24 123

Johannesburg OR TamboCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/11

2 stops53h 45m

Cairns

Fri 31/1

3 stops59h 50m

R28 261

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Deals found on 21/10

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Cairns

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Cairns as you normally would.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 22 October 2024.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 332 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • Can I find flights from South Africa to Cairns for under R18 700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Cairns for under R18 700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R18 612, but on average you can expect to pay R23 665.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from South Africa to Cairns for under R18 700?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from South Africa to Cairns within the next 7 days for less than R18 700.

  • What does JNB to CNS mean?

    JNB stands for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, while CNS stands for Cairns Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Cairns that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to Cairns flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to Cairns with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to Cairns flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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?

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

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to Cairns offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to Cairns?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to Cairns flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Africa to Cairns flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 21/10.

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