Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Johannesburg (JNB)

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Cairns to Johannesburg Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Cairns to Johannesburg flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top CNS to JNB routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Cairns Intl.
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
CNS
Traveling To
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
JNB
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
 hours mins
Direct Flight Time
 hours mins
Flight Price
Address:
Johannesburg ,
South Africa
IATA code:
JNB
Longitude:
28.245999
Latitude:
-26.139164
Time zone:
Africa/Johannesburg
Address:
Cairns QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
CNS
Longitude:
145.754041
Latitude:
-16.876538
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane

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Great places to stay after flight from Cairns to Johannesburg

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$204 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$204
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,696 reviews)
"Very convenient and comfortable"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

4 out of 5
Corner of York and Gladiator Streets, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$129 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
AU$129
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Locked in room
"There was something wrong in the lock in my room. i could not get out. and had to call maintenance several times before it was fixed. scary experience, otherwise, hotel is excellent"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$146 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$146
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Small improvements would go a long way
"This hotel has a lot going for it. Close to OR Tambo, with a half hourly shuttle service means getting to and from the airport is effortless. Comfortable rooms - albeit not well equipped for a Jo’Burg winter. Friendly staff good food etc and not overpriced. Three things let this hotel down badly: ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

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