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Cheap flights from Sydney to Cairns from £59

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Jetstar Logo
06:20 - 08:20SYD-CNS
3h 00mdirect
Jetstar Logo
18:05 - 22:05CNS-SYD
3h 00mdirect
£108Jetstar
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Sun, 7 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
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15:25 - 17:30SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
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18:05 - 22:05CNS-SYD
3h 00mdirect
£111Jetstar
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Tue, 24 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar
Jetstar Logo
06:20 - 08:20SYD-CNS
3h 00mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:40 - 10:40CNS-SYD
3h 00mdirect
£112Jetstar
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Mon, 2 Feb - Wed, 4 Feb
Jetstar Logo
06:20 - 08:20SYD-CNS
3h 00mdirect
Jetstar Logo
18:05 - 22:05CNS-SYD
3h 00mdirect
£116Jetstar
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Thu, 11 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec
Jetstar Logo
06:20 - 08:20SYD-CNS
3h 00mdirect
Jetstar Logo
18:05 - 22:05CNS-SYD
3h 00mdirect
£116Jetstar
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Thu, 11 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:25 - 22:30SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 18:10CNS-SYD
5h 30m1 stop
£154Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 7 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
08:10 - 10:25SYD-CNS
3h 15mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
15:35 - 19:30CNS-SYD
2h 55mdirect
£158Virgin Australia
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Tue, 31 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 11:00SYD-CNS
6h 00m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 22:05CNS-SYD
3h 00mdirect
£159Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 11 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
06:10 - 08:15SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
09:15 - 14:40CNS-SYD
4h 25m1 stop
£160Virgin Australia
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Sun, 11 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
09:45 - 11:50SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
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17:00 - 20:55CNS-SYD
2h 55mdirect
£208Qantas Airways
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Fri, 12 Dec - Sun, 14 Dec

Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Sydney to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
31 Mar
SYD08:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 15m
CNS10:25Cairns
1 Apr
CNS15:35Cairns
2h 55m
SYD19:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
£158
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Virgin Australia
11 Jan
SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 05m
CNS08:15Cairns
17 Jan
CNS09:15Cairns
4h 25m
1 stop
SYD14:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
£160
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Virgin Australia
12 Dec
SYD12:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 05m
CNS14:55Cairns
19 Dec
CNS11:40Cairns
5h 30m
1 stop
SYD18:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
£173
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Jetstar flights from Sydney to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Sydney to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
7 Dec
SYD06:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 00m
CNS08:20Cairns
10 Dec
CNS18:05Cairns
3h 00m
SYD22:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
£108
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Jetstar
24 Mar
SYD15:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 05m
CNS17:30Cairns
28 Mar
CNS18:05Cairns
3h 00m
SYD22:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
£111
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Jetstar
2 Feb
SYD06:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 00m
CNS08:20Cairns
4 Feb
CNS06:40Cairns
3h 00m
SYD10:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
£112
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Customise 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2025.
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SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/12

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Wed 10/12

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£108

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/3

15:25-17:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Sat 28/3

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£111

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/2

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Wed 4/2

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

£112

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/12

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Thu 18/12

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£116

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/12

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Thu 18/12

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£116

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/12

20:25-22:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Wed 10/12

11:40-18:10

1 stop5h 30m

£154

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 31/3

08:10-10:25

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Wed 1/4

15:35-19:30

Nonstop2h 55m

£158

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/12

06:00-11:00

1 stop6h 00m

Cairns

Thu 18/12

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£159

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/1

06:10-08:15

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Sat 17/1

09:15-14:40

1 stop4h 25m

£160

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 12/12

09:45-11:50

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Sun 14/12

17:00-20:55

Nonstop2h 55m

£208

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Cairns

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Cairns?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in March, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Sydney to Cairns during May average around £124.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as £142. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Friday 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 £190.

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 evening. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the evening for as low as £130. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £167.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around £156 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Sydney for as low as £138 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.

How have Sydney to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Sydney to Cairns flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sydney to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Sydney to Cairns (SYD to CNS) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Sydney to Cairns

Best price found

£89

Fastest flight time

3h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from Sydney in the past 72 hours is £89. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £159.
The fastest flight from Sydney to Cairns takes 3h 00m
Direct flights go from Sydney to Cairns every day.
There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)
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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 00m, 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?

  • 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?

  • What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Cairns?

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Cairns

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
JetstarPriceFrom £88Free CancellationRating
6.5
478 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom £109Free CancellationRating
7.6
421 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Sydney to Cairns

    Virgin Australia flight deals from Sydney to Cairns start from £109 round-trip. Over the 13 Virgin Australia flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually £158 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • Jetstar Flights From Sydney to Cairns

    Jetstar is also a popular choice for this route. Jetstar flight deals for Sydney to Cairns start from as low as £88 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Jetstar deals seen on momondo around £140. Jetstar operates 20 flights to Cairns from Sydney in an average week. Users have rated it 6.5/10 across 478 reviews.

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