Cheap flights from Sydney to Cairns from £51
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?
If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in March, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Sydney to Cairns during February average around £121.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as £136. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Sydney because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £201.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?
Our data shows that the cheapest Sydney to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the afternoon for as low as £149. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £161.
What is the cheapest Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Sydney when booking 17 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around £155 when searching 17 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Sydney for as low as £140 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns flights?
There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns
Which airlines fly to Cairns?
Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairns from Sydney according to our data. Virgin Australia is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cairns. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cairns on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Sydney to Cairns on average per day?
As of June 2025, 25 flights take off from Sydney and land in Cairns each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 09:00, with 60% of daily flights taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from Sydney to Cairns on average per week?
As of June 2025, 176 flights take off from Sydney and land in Cairns each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns by plane?
The straight-line distance from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns is 1218.2 mi. Flights usually cover this in 3h 05m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?
As of June 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to Cairns?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Sydney to Cairns is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 39.01% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321-100/200 at 22.67%, Airbus A320-100/200 at 20.29%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 5.18%.
What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Cairns?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Sydney and Cairns, the leading airline is Virgin Australia, making up 51% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Jetstar with 45% and Qantas Airways with 4%.
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| PriceFrom £74 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 449 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £101 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 407 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £193 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 854 reviews |
Virgin Australia Flights From Sydney to Cairns
Virgin Australia flight deals from Sydney to Cairns start from £137 round-trip. Over the 7 Virgin Australia flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually £212 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Qantas Airways Flights From Sydney to Cairns
Qantas Airways is also a popular choice for this route. Qantas Airways flight deals for Sydney to Cairns start from as low as £262 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Qantas Airways deals seen on momondo around £303. Qantas Airways operates 26 flights to Cairns from Sydney in an average week. Users have rated it 7.5/10 across 854 reviews.
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Flights from Sydney to Cairns with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
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