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CNS — JNB
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
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Cheap flight deals from Cairns to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 22 August 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,087
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($506 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($196 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to South Africa

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to South Africa (average of $1,090). Flying from Cairns to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,751). 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 CNS to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 August 2025.

When flying from Cairns to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 22 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to South Africa, such as Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
1,347 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
898 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to South Africa (average of $1,090). Flying from Cairns to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,751). 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 2 airlines flying from Cairns to South Africa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 22 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,319Average$2,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,884Average$2,917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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