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Cheap flights from Africa to Cairns from $1,429

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CNS
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Africa to Cairns

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Round-trip from

$1,429
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 5/11-8/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 112h 15m total
  • Africa to Cairns
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Cheapest flights from Africa to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Wed 5/1111:05JNB - CNS
2 stops63h 40mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/1114:50CNS - JNB
2 stops48h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/9$1,429
Fri 31/1011:05JNB - CNS
2 stops61h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1106:00CNS - JNB
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$1,615
Fri 31/1017:30JNB - CNS
1 stop30h 50mQantas Airways
Fri 7/1112:35CNS - JNB
1 stop34h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$1,838
Wed 5/1119:50JNB - CNS
1 stop37h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sat 8/1119:50CNS - JNB
2 stops54h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/9$2,403

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Africa to Cairns that are best for you.

Fly from

Africa

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

11:05-10:45

2 stops63h 40m

Cairns

Sat 8/11

14:50-07:25

2 stops48h 35m

$1,429

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

11:05-08:35

2 stops61h 30m

Cairns

Fri 7/11

06:00-07:25

2 stops33h 25m

$1,615

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

17:30-08:20

1 stop30h 50m

Cairns

Fri 7/11

12:35-15:00

1 stop34h 25m

$1,838

JohannesburgCairns

JNB - CNS

JNBCNS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

19:50-17:20

1 stop37h 30m

Cairns

Sat 8/11

19:50-18:35

2 stops54h 45m

$2,403

CairoCairns

CAI - CNS

CAICNS

Cairo

Mon 16/3

00:50-10:45

2 stops25h 55m

Cairns

Sat 21/3

11:35-17:15

2 stops37h 40m

$2,505

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Deals found on 15/9

Best time to book a flight from Africa to Cairns

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Cairns (average of $166). Flying from Africa to Cairns in October is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 AF to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from 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 17 September 2025.

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

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 17 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Africa to Cairns, such as Singapore Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Africa to Cairns. It is only a 4.4 km journey from Cairns (CNS) to Cairns’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Africa to Cairns?

    A quick flight from Africa to Cairns can take about 25h 55m. Cathay Pacific provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,505. Africa and Cairns are separated by a distance of 13238 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from 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 Africa to Cairns?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Cairns (average of $166). Flying from Africa to Cairns in October is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 airline flying from Africa to Cairns

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,006Average$1,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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