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Cheap flights from Sydney to Cairns from A$118
Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas fly nonstop from Sydney to Cairns. The flight takes around 2h 58m, and the cheapest one-way fare we found recently is A$118 on 2 Dec.
Direct flights available 2h 58m Cheapest in December Prices checked 14 days ago
Sydney to Cairns at a glance
Cheapest one-wayA$118Jetstar Airways · nonstop · Wed 2 DecFastest flight2h 58mEstimated
Nonstop flightsYesJetstar Airways, Virgin Australia, Qantas
Airlines flying nonstop from Sydney to Cairns
3 airlines on this route.
Cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Cairns
Lowest one-way fare found for each month: December is cheapest, September the most expensive.
Good to know
- Distance
- 1,972 km1,225 miles
- Flight time
- 2h 58mestimate
- Time difference
- -1hCairns vs Sydney
- Currency in Cairns
- AUD
- Airports
- SYD → CNS
Flights from Sydney to Cairns: questions answered
How much is a flight from Sydney to Cairns?
The cheapest one-way fare we found recently is A$118, nonstop, departing in December. Prices change constantly, so search your dates for the live fare.
Are there direct flights from Sydney to Cairns?
Yes. Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas fly this route nonstop.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Cairns?
A nonstop flight covers 1,972 km and takes around 2h 58m.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Cairns?
December has the lowest fare we found (A$118), while September is the most expensive (A$182).
Which airlines fly from Sydney to Cairns?
Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas operate nonstop flights on this route.
Which airports serve Sydney and Cairns?
Sydney: Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). Cairns: Cairns International Airport (CNS).
What is the time difference between Sydney and Cairns?
Cairns is 1 hour behind Sydney.





