What is the most punctual flight time for Cairns to Sydney flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cairns to Sydney flights?

Over the last year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

How often are flights from Cairns to Sydney delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Cairns and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 98 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How popular is this Cairns to Sydney flight route?

Flights from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith have been viewed 4 times in the past calendar month.

How long is the flight from Cairns to Sydney?

Jetstar can get you from Cairns to Sydney in just under 2h 55m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 1224 mi between Cairns and Sydney. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairns to Sydney round-trip?

According to our current data, Jetstar ($72), offers the cheapest pricing from Cairns to Sydney. This flight start at 67% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Sydney one-way?

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Cairns to Sydney are Jetstar ($72), Virgin Australia ($91), and Qantas Airways ($120).

Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Sydney

The most flights from CNS to SYD are scheduled on a Friday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Sydney?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Cairns to Sydney? While on average our users pay $398, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $64. The most popular route (Cairns - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $265.

What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Sydney?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cairns to Sydney consider choosing LATAM Airlines (94%), Japan Airlines (94%) or Qatar Airways (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Cairns-Sydney flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cairns-Sydney flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Sydney Kingsford Smith is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sydney from Cairns. Booking flights from Cairns (CNS) to Kingsford Smith (SYD) should be relatively easy as there are 31 daily flights to Sydney from 1 airline. 4h 50m is how long a flight from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith will take if you book a nonstop flight.

Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Sydney?

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$122

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Round-trip from	$169 (Jetstar)
One-way from	$98 (Super.com)
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Average price	$239
Good round-trip deal	$247 or less
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FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cairns-Sydney flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cairns-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cairns-Sydney flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cairns-Sydney flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cairns-Sydney flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Cairns to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Sydney (average of $160). Flying from Cairns to Sydney in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 SYD?

It’s optimal to fly from Cairns to Sydney in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 90% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cairns to Sydney?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Cairns to Sydney flights typically cost between $143 and $271 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $169 on Jetstar (Sep 17-Sep 21).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to Sydney, such as Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

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10.0

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Steven,Aug 2026

BNE - MEL

Wonderful crew, good inflight menu. Boarding and airport procedures are a bit chaotic.

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

568 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Aug 2026

BNE - MEL

Wonderful crew, good inflight menu. Boarding and airport procedures are a bit chaotic.

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What airports do I use to fly from Cairns to Sydney?
Sydney Kingsford Smith is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sydney from Cairns. Booking flights from Cairns (CNS) to Kingsford Smith (SYD) should be relatively easy as there are 31 daily flights to Sydney from 1 airline. 4h 50m is how long a flight from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith will take if you book a nonstop flight.
How popular is this Cairns to Sydney flight route?
Flights from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith have been viewed 4 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from Cairns to Sydney?
Jetstar can get you from Cairns to Sydney in just under 2h 55m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 1224 mi between Cairns and Sydney. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairns to Sydney round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar ($72), offers the cheapest pricing from Cairns to Sydney. This flight start at 67% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Sydney one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Cairns to Sydney are Jetstar ($72), Virgin Australia ($91), and Qantas Airways ($120).
What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Sydney?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cairns to Sydney consider choosing LATAM Airlines (94%), Japan Airlines (94%) or Qatar Airways (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Sydney?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Cairns to Sydney? While on average our users pay $398, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $64. The most popular route (Cairns - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $265.
Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Sydney that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Sydney?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Sydney.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Sydney?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Sydney 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 Sydney?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Sydney (average of $160). Flying from Cairns to Sydney in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to Sydney?

The price you pay for your flight from Cairns to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

It’s optimal to fly from Cairns to Sydney in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 90% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cairns to Sydney?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Cairns to Sydney flights typically cost between $143 and $271 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $169 on Jetstar (Sep 17-Sep 21).

Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Sydney

The most flights from CNS to SYD are scheduled on a Friday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

How often are flights from Cairns to Sydney delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Cairns and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 98 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cairns to Sydney flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cairns to Sydney flights?

Over the last year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to Sydney, such as Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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

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Cairns to Sydney flights typically cost between $143 and $271 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $169 on Jetstar (Sep 17-Sep 21).