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$79+ Cheap flights from Sydney to Cairns (SYD - CNS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CNS
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns are usually found in May or April, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS). 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 July 25, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$157
(Virgin Australia)

One-way from

$79
(Virgin Australia)
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sydney to Cairns?

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 14% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Cairns?

Find a great deal and save up to 34% by booking at least 35 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Sydney to Cairns within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $240.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Cairns?

May can be a great time to fly to Cairns from Sydney with a flight ticket averaging about $226. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $88. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to CNS?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Cairns in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap Sydney to Cairns flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sydney to Cairns specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Sydney to Cairns in July and August 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/227:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 8/296:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$164
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/256:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 8/296:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$165
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/243:10 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 8/316:35 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$168
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/306:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 8/16:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$175
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/297:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Fri 8/26:50 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$184
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/117:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 8/146:35 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$186
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/76:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 8/146:35 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$188
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/226:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 8/224:10 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$195
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/86:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 8/116:35 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$196

Sydney to Cairns 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sydney and Cairns in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Sydney to Cairns in July and August 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1412:40 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 9/184:35 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/24$157
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1212:40 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Mon 9/164:35 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/25$158
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/227:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 8/296:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$164
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/256:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 8/296:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/282:40 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Wed 10/303:45 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/25$167
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/243:10 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 8/316:35 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$168
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/143:10 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 9/174:10 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$169
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/133:10 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 9/166:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$173
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/306:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 8/16:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$175

Sydney to Cairns flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Sydney to Cairns for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Sydney to Cairns departing last-minute. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/287:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 8/16:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$175
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/287:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 8/16:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/23$176
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/297:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Fri 8/26:50 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$184
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/86:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 8/127:05 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$200
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/66:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 8/136:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$201
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/287:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 8/46:35 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$205
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/66:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 8/127:05 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$213
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/267:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 7/316:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$219
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/317:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 8/1010:15 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$220

One-way flights to Cairns from Sydney

Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Sydney to Cairns, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Sydney to Cairns instead should update the search form at the top of page.
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/232:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/25$79
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/233:20 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/23$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/203:20 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/25$82
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1010:40 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$83
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/107:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$84
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/237:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$85
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/107:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 7/24$87
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/226:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 7/25$88
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/133:20 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/25$91

Find flights from Sydney to Cairns within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/14

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Tue 9/17

Nonstop2h 55m

$157

Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/12

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Thu 10/17

Nonstop2h 55m

$158

Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/12

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Mon 9/16

Nonstop2h 55m

$159

Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/22

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Thu 8/29

Nonstop2h 55m

$164

Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/25

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Thu 8/29

Nonstop2h 55m

$165

Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/24

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Sat 8/31

Nonstop3h 00m

$168

Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/4

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Wed 9/11

Nonstop2h 55m

$171

Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/12

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Thu 10/17

Nonstop2h 55m

$172

Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/1

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Tue 9/3

Nonstop2h 55m

$265

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sydney to Cairns. Price data was last updated on July 23, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Cairns, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sydney to Cairns. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Cairns flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Cairns

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Cairns by month

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

CNS

Temperature

69.8 - 80.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

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 July 25, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sydney to Cairns, see what other customers have to say about Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
26 reviews

Boarding

9.2

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

9.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Rex
9.5
Wonderful
26 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
26 reviews

Boarding

9.2

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

9.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Air New Zealand
8.2
Very good
564 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
26 reviews

Boarding

9.2

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

9.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Virgin Australia
7.7
Good
551 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
26 reviews

Boarding

9.2

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

9.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
902 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
26 reviews

Boarding

9.2

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

9.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Jetstar
6.7
Okay
593 reviews
Rex
9.5
Wonderful
26 reviews

Boarding

9.2

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.6

Food

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

9.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Cairns?

    If you book a flight from Sydney to Cairns, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith to Cairns. Flights to Cairns (CNS) from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) take 3h 05m for a nonstop flight. There are 20 flights from Kingsford Smith to Cairns per day from 3 airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Sydney to Cairns for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sydney to Cairns for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Virgin Australia for just $157, but on average you can expect to pay $173.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Sydney to Cairns for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Sydney to Cairns under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Sydney to Cairns is less than $182.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Sydney to Cairns for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Sydney to Cairns within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Cairns flight route?

    Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns have been viewed 40 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Cairns round-trip?

    Currently priced at $157, Virgin Australia will fly you from Sydney to Cairns and back. In addition to Virgin Australia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Jetstar for as low as $164. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Cairns?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Sydney to Cairns on time: Qatar Airways (96%), ANA (92%), Etihad Airways (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Cairns?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $83. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cairns) can be booked for $177 on average our data indicates $860 when flying from Sydney to Cairns.

  • What does SYD to CNS mean?

    This is defined as Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) and Cairns Airport (CNS). Codes like Cairns Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sydney to Cairns 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 Sydney to Cairns?

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

  • How recently were the Sydney to Cairns flight deals updated?

    The Sydney to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Cairns?

    Before booking your flight from Sydney to Cairns check out the most popular airlines for this route: Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Virgin Australia.

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Cairns (average of $1,458). Flying from Sydney to Cairns in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,325). 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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