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Cheap flights from Sydney to Cairns from $133

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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CNS
29 Dec — 5 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns are usually found in May or September, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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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 24 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$214

One-way from

$136

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$474
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/2-18/2
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 00m total
  • Sydney to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Sydney to Cairns
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High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 December 2024.

Tue 31/1220:25SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Thu 9/106:40CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 23/12$363
Tue 31/1211:00SYD - CNS
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/118:20CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12$370
Tue 31/1211:00SYD - CNS
1 stop6h 40mVirgin Australia
Thu 9/111:40CNS - SYD
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/12$394
Tue 24/1219:15SYD - CNS
1 stop13h 45mQantas Airways
Mon 30/1217:50CNS - SYD
1 stop23h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/12$736
Tue 24/1213:55SYD - CNS
2 stops23h 05mAir New Zealand
Thu 26/1212:45CNS - SYD
2 stops18h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/12$4,266

Find flights from Sydney to Cairns within your budget

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, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 24 December 2024.

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SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/2

06:00-08:00

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Tue 18/2

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

$216

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/3

14:40-16:45

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Sat 22/3

18:20-22:20

Nonstop3h 00m

$261

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/3

14:40-16:45

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Sun 9/3

11:40-18:10

1 stop5h 30m

$342

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/2

09:45-11:50

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Mon 10/2

12:45-20:00

1 stop6h 15m

$486

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/1

20:25-22:30

Nonstop3h 05m

$133

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/3

14:40-16:45

Nonstop3h 05m

$146

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/1

21:30-08:20

1 stop11h 50m

$216

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/1

14:45-16:50

Nonstop3h 05m

$339

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Cairns

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2024.

Booking 60 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Cairns. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Cairns (average of $192). Flying from Sydney to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 SYD to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 December 2024.

When flying from Sydney to Cairns, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Cairns flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Cairns

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to Cairns. 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 24 December 2024.

The most flights from SYD to CNS are scheduled on a Friday (42 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

Rainfall in Cairns by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cairns by month

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

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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

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 24 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Sydney to Cairns. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
810 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

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 00m for a nonstop flight. There are 35 flights from Kingsford Smith to Cairns per day from 3 airlines.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Cairns flight route?

    Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns have been viewed 11,454 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sydney to Cairns round-trip from $214. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $342, and Qantas Airways, from $486. Jetstar is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $136. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Sydney to Cairns for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Cairns from Sydney, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (95%), ANA (93%), Etihad Airways( 89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Cairns?

    While on average a flight from Sydney to Cairns is generally $1,365, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $119. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cairns), you can expect to pay $211 for that flight.

  • 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 holiday 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.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Cairns (average of $192). Flying from Sydney to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$198Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$199Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$266Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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