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Cheap flights from Cairns to Sydney from A$121
Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas fly nonstop from Cairns to Sydney. The flight takes around 2h 58m, and the cheapest one-way fare we found recently is A$121 on 16 Jan.
Direct flights available 2h 58m Cheapest in January Prices checked 14 days ago
Cairns to Sydney at a glance
Cheapest one-wayA$121Jetstar Airways · nonstop · Sat 16 JanFastest flight2h 58mEstimated
Nonstop flightsYesJetstar Airways, Virgin Australia, Qantas
Airlines flying nonstop from Cairns to Sydney
3 airlines on this route.
Cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Sydney
Lowest one-way fare found for each month: January is cheapest, August the most expensive.
Good to know
- Distance
- 1,972 km1,225 miles
- Flight time
- 2h 58mestimate
- Time difference
- +1hSydney vs Cairns
- Currency in Sydney
- AUD
- Airports
- CNS → SYD
Flights from Cairns to Sydney: questions answered
How much is a flight from Cairns to Sydney?
The cheapest one-way fare we found recently is A$121, nonstop, departing in January. Prices change constantly, so search your dates for the live fare.
Are there direct flights from Cairns to Sydney?
Yes. Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas fly this route nonstop.
How long is the flight from Cairns to Sydney?
A nonstop flight covers 1,972 km and takes around 2h 58m.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Sydney?
January has the lowest fare we found (A$121), while August is the most expensive (A$178).
Which airlines fly from Cairns to Sydney?
Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas operate nonstop flights on this route.
Which airports serve Cairns and Sydney?
Cairns: Cairns International Airport (CNS). Sydney: Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD).
What is the time difference between Cairns and Sydney?
Sydney is 1 hour ahead of Cairns.





