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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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CNS
26 Oct — 2 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns are usually found in March or February, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 26 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£107

One-way from

£57

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£166

Good round-trip deal

£154 or less

Good one-way deal

£78 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/10-18/10
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 00m total
  • Sydney to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Sydney to Cairns
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High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns.
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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 26 September 2025.

Wed 15/1020:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 18/1018:00CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 24/9£107
Mon 13/1020:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sun 19/1006:45CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/9£110
Wed 15/1015:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Mon 20/1006:45CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 24/9£111
Fri 17/1020:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Fri 24/1018:00CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 25/9£116
Wed 15/1006:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Wed 15/1018:00CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 24/9£116
Thu 11/1206:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Mon 15/1215:50CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/9£123
Sun 14/1206:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Fri 19/1218:05CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 24/9£125
Mon 15/1220:25SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Sat 20/1218:05CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 24/9£129
Fri 10/1020:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 14/1018:00CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 24/9£134
Wed 26/1106:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 30/1118:05CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/9£135
Thu 27/1106:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 30/1118:05CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 25/9£140
Fri 24/1015:10SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Tue 28/1018:05CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 24/9£145

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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 26 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Cairns that are best for you.

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Sydney

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/10

20:45-22:50

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Sun 19/10

06:45-10:45

Nonstop3h 00m

£110

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/1

20:25-22:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Tue 13/1

15:50-19:50

Nonstop3h 00m

£111

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/12

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Fri 19/12

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£125

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/10

20:45-22:50

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Tue 14/10

18:00-21:55

Nonstop2h 55m

£134

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/3

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Fri 20/3

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

£140

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/11

15:25-17:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Mon 10/11

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£153

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/11

05:20-07:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Sat 8/11

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£161

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/11

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Fri 21/11

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£164

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/11

15:25-17:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Tue 11/11

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

£164

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/2

15:25-17:30

Nonstop3h 05m

Cairns

Fri 27/2

09:00-12:55

Nonstop2h 55m

£164

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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 19 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Cairns is 28 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Cairns (average of £1,372). Flying from Sydney to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,027). 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 26 September 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Sydney to Cairns by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 21 September 2025.

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

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 26 September 2025.
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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

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 37 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?

    This flight path from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns was viewed by 101 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Cairns?

    A quick flight from Sydney to Cairns can take about 3h 05m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £110. 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 (£87), and Virgin Australia (£107) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Cairns. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 (89%), Air India (84%), LATAM Airlines (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Cairns?

    The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Cairns is £67. On average you can expect to pay £125. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Cairns), can usually be booked for £132.

  • 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 £1,372). Flying from Sydney to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,027). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Sydney to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 26 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest£87Average£141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest£107Average£153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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