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Cheap flights from Cairns to Sydney from £62

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 30/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — SYD
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in June or January, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 March 2026.

Thu 30/419:10
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Thu 7/506:10
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/3£117
Wed 6/506:45
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Wed 13/515:15
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 20/3£118
Fri 1/519:15
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Virgin Australia
Fri 8/512:40
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 15m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 17/3£120
Wed 1/418:10
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 15/419:15
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/3£121
Tue 20/1015:35
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Virgin Australia
Fri 30/1014:40
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 05m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 19/3£122
Sat 28/306:40
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Mon 30/306:10
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/3£126
Fri 17/406:45
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Fri 17/415:15
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/3£144
Wed 15/419:10
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 22/415:15
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/3£152
Fri 25/913:30
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 7/1020:15
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/3£153
Thu 16/419:10
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Thu 23/415:15
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/3£156
Wed 15/411:00
CNS
-
SYD
1 stop6h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/406:10
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3£161
Sun 3/513:55
CNS
-
SYD
1 stop5h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/510:30
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3£163

Find flight deals from Cairns to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD). 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 21 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£117

One-way from

£62

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£144

Good one-way deal

£81 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/4-7/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 05m total
  • Cairns to Sydney
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  • Jetstar
  • 30/6
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Cairns to Sydney
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CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 30/4

19:10-22:05

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

06:10-09:20

Nonstop3h 10m

£117

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Wed 1/4

18:10-22:05

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/4

17:00-23:20

1 stop6h 20m

£165

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Mon 18/5

13:55-20:40

1 stop6h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/5

08:10-11:25

Nonstop3h 15m

£173

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 14/5

16:35-19:30

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/5

08:10-11:25

Nonstop3h 15m

£173

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 25/8

16:35-19:30

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/8

12:40-15:55

Nonstop3h 15m

£185

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Fri 17/7

19:10-22:05

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/7

19:15-22:25

Nonstop3h 10m

£195

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Fri 3/4

18:10-22:05

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/4

06:10-09:20

Nonstop3h 10m

£202
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 23/7

16:35-19:30

Nonstop2h 55m

£63

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 14/5

19:10-22:05

Nonstop2h 55m

£77

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 14/4

19:10-22:05

Nonstop2h 55m

£89

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Sydney

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Cairns to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 38 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Sydney (average of £41). Flying from Cairns to Sydney in March is currently the most expensive (average of £74). 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 CNS to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 March 2026.

When flying from Cairns to Sydney, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Sydney flight route?

    Flights from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith have been viewed 6 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Sydney?

    Jetstar and Virgin Australia can get you from Cairns to Sydney in just under 2h 55m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between Cairns and Sydney is about 1224 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    £52 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 £67 and £90, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Sydney from Cairns, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air India (85%), Emirates (81%), Air New Zealand( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Sydney?

    The cheapest flight price from Cairns to Sydney is £68. On average you can expect to pay £94. The most popular route, (Cairns - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for £198.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Sydney?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Sydney 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 Cairns to Sydney?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Sydney (average of £41). Flying from Cairns to Sydney in March is currently the most expensive (average of £74). 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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