Cheap flights from Sydney to Cairns from £57

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CNS
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns are usually found in March or May, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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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 27 January 2026.

Sun 8/306:20
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Tue 17/306:40
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 24/1£113
Wed 11/306:20
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Fri 13/306:40
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/1£113
Sat 31/106:20
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Wed 4/206:40
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1£117
Tue 10/306:20
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Tue 17/306:40
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/1£119
Tue 24/306:20
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Tue 31/309:15
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1£122
Sun 1/206:20
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Sat 7/206:40
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1£126
Tue 24/206:20
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Sat 28/218:05
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/1£129
Wed 28/106:20
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Sun 1/206:40
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/1£130
Sun 1/206:20
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Thu 5/209:05
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/1£131
Fri 27/215:25
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Sun 1/306:40
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/1£133
Thu 27/819:45
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 05m
Jetstar
Sat 12/906:45
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 26/1£134
Wed 25/312:50
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 05m
Virgin Australia
Tue 31/318:15
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 26/1£138

Find flight deals from Sydney to Cairns

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 27 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£113

One-way from

£57

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£153

Good round-trip deal

£136 or less

Good one-way deal

£66 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 26/2-2/3
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 00m total
  • Sydney to Cairns
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 29/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Sydney to Cairns
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns.

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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, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 27 January 2026.
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Sydney

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Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/2

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Mon 2/3

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£113

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Tue 17/3

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

£113

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/3

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Wed 18/3

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£113

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/4

15:15-18:25

Nonstop3h 10m

Cairns

Wed 29/4

19:10-22:05

Nonstop2h 55m

£113

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 27/2

15:25-17:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Mon 2/3

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

£121

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/3

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Tue 31/3

18:10-22:05

Nonstop2h 55m

£122

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

15:15-18:25

Nonstop3h 10m

Cairns

Sat 13/6

19:10-22:05

Nonstop2h 55m

£129

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/3

11:45-13:50

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Tue 17/3

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

£129

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/3

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Fri 27/3

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£129

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Mon 9/3

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

£129

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Cairns

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Cairns

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 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Cairns is 32 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Cairns (average of £55). Flying from Sydney to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £88). 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 27 January 2026.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from Sydney to Cairns by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 24 January 2026.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Cairns?

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 27 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Cairns, such as Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Cairns?

    Cairns is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cairns from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Booking flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) should be relatively easy as there are 35 daily flights to Cairns from 2 different airlines. 3h 05m is how long a flight from Sydney to Cairns will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Cairns flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Cairns?

    A quick flight from Sydney to Cairns can take about 3h. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £113. The distance between Sydney and Cairns is about 1224 mi. All flights are typically direct.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar (£43), and Virgin Australia (£97) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Cairns. These flights start at 71% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    £49 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from £57 and £84, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Sydney to Cairns on time: Qatar Airways (91%), Air India (87%), Virgin Australia (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Cairns?

    The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Cairns is £54. On average you can expect to pay £132. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cairns), can usually be booked for £129.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Cairns (average of £55). Flying from Sydney to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £88). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest£43Average£135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest£97Average£153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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