Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg eight hours behind Cairns.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CNS to JNB flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairns Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CNS and JNB:
Changi International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Perth Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is Rs208,794. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs257,046. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CNS to JNB, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Cairns Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
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Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
Of the departures from Cairns Airport, 71.55% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CNS? If you've booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cairns Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Follow your own route with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and chase adventure across Johannesburg and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairns Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Cairns Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you'd like to go to Johannesburg during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CNS to JNB in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
If you're eager to discover another corner of South Africa, consider Pretoria, about 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are among its highlights.
