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$80+ Cheap flights from Cairns to Sydney (CNS - SYD)

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The best prices from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or March, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheap Cairns to Sydney flights in September & October 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Sydney specifically for the months of September and October 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,924,376 searches. Prices were last updated on September 5, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Cairns to Sydney in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sat 10/195:40 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/296:00 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Fri 10/411:50 amCNS - SYD
1 stop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/118:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$214
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 9/106:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 9/177:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/5$220
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/46:50 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Fri 10/118:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/4$221
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/146:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 9/166:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/3$238
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/194:35 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Mon 9/236:00 amSYD - CNS
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/4$239
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/196:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 9/2110:30 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/4$248
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Fri 9/206:00 amCNS - SYD
1 stop6h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 9/245:00 pmSYD - CNS
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/3$255
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Fri 10/186:15 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Sun 10/203:20 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/4$258

Cairns to Sydney 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Sydney in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,924,376 searches. Data last updated September 5, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Cairns to Sydney in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 12/36:40 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 12/811:30 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 9/4$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sat 10/195:40 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/296:00 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Fri 10/411:50 amCNS - SYD
1 stop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/118:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$214
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 9/106:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 9/177:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/5$220
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/46:50 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Fri 10/118:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/4$221
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/146:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 9/166:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/3$238
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/194:35 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Mon 9/236:00 amSYD - CNS
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/4$239
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/196:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 9/2110:30 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/4$248
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Tue 12/311:40 amCNS - SYD
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 12/810:30 amSYD - CNS
1 stop7h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/4$254

Cairns to Sydney flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cairns to Sydney 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 2,924,376 searches. Data last updated September 5, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Cairns to Sydney. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 9/106:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 9/177:45 pmSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/5$220
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/146:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 9/166:10 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/3$238
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Tue 9/1011:50 amCNS - SYD
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Tue 9/177:00 pmSYD - CNS
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/5$300
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/149:20 amCNS - SYD
1 stop8h 20mVirgin Australia
Mon 9/167:00 pmSYD - CNS
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/3$301
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/146:55 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Sat 9/2110:30 amSYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 9/3$302

One-way flights to Sydney from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Sydney. 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 2,924,376 searches. Data last updated September 5, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Cairns to Sydney can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Cairns to Sydney instead should update the search form at the top of page.
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 11/126:40 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 9/4$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 11/106:40 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 9/4$84
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 12/126:40 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 9/3$87
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/237:15 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/4$99
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 11/286:40 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 9/4$102
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/226:35 amCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 9/4$109
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 11/143:45 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/5$111
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/313:45 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/5$112
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 9/257:15 pmCNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/5$114

Find flights from Cairns to Sydney within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Sydney 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 2,924,376 searches. Data last updated September 5, 2024.

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CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 12/3

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/8

Nonstop3h 00m

$159

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Mon 1/13

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/19

Nonstop3h 00m

$166

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Mon 1/13

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/20

Nonstop3h 00m

$184

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Sat 10/19

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/29

Nonstop3h 00m

$199

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 3/4

1 stop9h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/9

Nonstop3h 00m

$209

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Fri 10/4

1 stop4h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/11

Nonstop3h 05m

$214

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 9/19

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/23

1 stop5h 10m

$239

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 12/3

1 stop6h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/8

1 stop7h 10m

$254

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Mon 9/30

1 stop12h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/1

1 stop13h 25m

$375

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Compare providers for flights from Cairns to Sydney

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cairns to Sydney in September.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Booking.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyNo Information
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*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.

Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Cairns with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Cairns to Sydney

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cairns to Sydney including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cairns to Sydney. Price data was last updated on August 30, 2024.

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 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Sydney (average of $83). Flying from Cairns to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $132). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 5, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Cairns to Sydney in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 43% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Sydney

Explore weekly flight availability from Cairns to Sydney. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 5, 2024.

The most flights from CNS to SYD are scheduled on a Thursday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated September 5, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cairns to Sydney, see what other customers have to say about Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
852 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Great enthusiasm from the cabin staff. Obviously, enjoying their job and being pro-active with the children on the flight (who loved the Qantas staff)

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
852 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
852 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Great enthusiasm from the cabin staff. Obviously, enjoying their job and being pro-active with the children on the flight (who loved the Qantas staff)

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
519 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
852 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Great enthusiasm from the cabin staff. Obviously, enjoying their job and being pro-active with the children on the flight (who loved the Qantas staff)

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
576 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
852 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Great enthusiasm from the cabin staff. Obviously, enjoying their job and being pro-active with the children on the flight (who loved the Qantas staff)

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 24 daily flights to Sydney from 2 different airlines. 4h 50m is how long a flight from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Sydney for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $159, but on average you can expect to pay $239.

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

    Cheapflights has at least 18 direct flights from Cairns to Sydney under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Cairns to Sydney is less than $262.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Cairns to Sydney for under $300?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from Cairns to Sydney within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Cairns to Sydney?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Saturday.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Sydney flight route?

    Flights from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith have been viewed 5 times in the past calendar month.

  • How many flights depart from Cairns to Sydney on average per day?

    Per day, 8 flights depart from Cairns to Sydney on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 50% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Sydney?

    Jetstar and Virgin Australia can get you from Cairns to Sydney in just under 2h 55m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 1232 mi between Cairns and Sydney. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($159), and Virgin Australia ($239) offers the cheapest pricing from Cairns to Sydney. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 Alliance Airlines (84%), Qatar Airways (82%) or Air Canada (80%) 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 $393, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $81. The most popular route (Cairns - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $265.

  • What does CNS to SYD mean?

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

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

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

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Sydney 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 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Sydney 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 Cairns to Sydney?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Sydney 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 Cairns to Sydney flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to Sydney flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 9/5.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Sydney (average of $83). Flying from Cairns to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $132). 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 Sydney

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to Sydney. 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 2,924,376 searches. Data last updated September 5, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$138Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$152Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel fee