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Cheap flights from Cairns to Africa from $2,758

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — JNB
14 Jul — 21 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Tue 3/1115:45
CNS
-
NBO
2 stops29h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 6/1101:35
NBO
-
CNS
2 stops32h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/6$2,758
Fri 24/719:15
CNS
-
DAR
2 stops49h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 31/717:55
DAR
-
CNS
2 stops56h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/6$3,366
Fri 24/707:00
CNS
-
DAR
3 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/717:55
DAR
-
CNS
3 stops55h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6$3,817

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$2,758
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/11-6/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 10m total
  • Cairns to Africa
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CairnsNairobi

CNS - NBO

CNSNBO

Cairns

Tue 3/11

15:45-13:45

2 stops29h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 6/11

01:35-16:45

2 stops32h 10m

$2,758

CairnsDar Es Salaam

CNS - DAR

CNSDAR

Cairns

Fri 24/7

19:15-13:45

2 stops49h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 31/7

17:55-09:50

2 stops56h 55m

$3,366

CairnsDar Es Salaam

CNS - DAR

CNSDAR

Cairns

Fri 24/7

07:00-10:10

3 stops34h 10m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 31/7

17:55-08:30

3 stops55h 35m

$3,817

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Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. 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 Africa. Reviews last updated 14 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to Africa, such as Singapore Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,545 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,545 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,545 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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

    For a flight from Cairns to Africa, you will be flying from Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4.4 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Africa?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways fly from Cairns to Africa in about 29h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Cairns and Africa are separated by a distance of 11954 km.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cairns to Africa?

    Most travellers choose Cairns - Cairo, Cairns - Dar Es Salaam or Cairns - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl when deciding on the best route from Cairns to Africa.

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

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

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Top airline flying from Cairns to Africa

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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,297Average$2,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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