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CNS — CPT
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult
Mon 29/4
Mon 6/5

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 24 April 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,848
From Cairns to Cape Town Intl
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cairns to Cape Town?

Users have found that flying from Cairns to Cape Town on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Cape Town (CNS - CPT)?

When flying from Cairns to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight at midday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Cairns to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Cape Town is currently $0 while a return flight costs $0. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Cape Town (average of $1,195). Flying from Cairns to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,854). 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.

January

$1,951

February

$1,894

March

$1,993

April

$2,087

May

$1,905

June

$2,200

July

$2,178

August

$2,151

September

$2,285

October

$1,848

November

$1,888

December

$2,866

Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CPT

Temperature

12 - 21 °C

Related info for your journey

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  • What does CNS to CPT mean?

    CNS stands for Cairns Airport, while CPT stands for Cape Town Intl 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.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Cape Town 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 Cairns to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Cape Town 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 Cairns to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Cape Town 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 Cairns to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Cape Town 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 Cairns to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Cape Town 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.

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