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Cheap flights from Cairns to Sydney from C$ 116

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 29/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — SYD
23 May — 30 May1
1 adult
Thu 23/5
Thu 30/5

Cheap 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 18 May 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Round-trip from

C$ 1,924

One-way from

C$ 245
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Cairns to Sydney?

Find a great deal and save up to 53% by booking at least 35 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Cairns to Sydney within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at C$ 308.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Sydney?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, March can be a great choice for travel to Sydney. Flights to Sydney from Cairns in March are about C$ 310 on average during March, but can be found for as low as C$ 158.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Sydney (CNS - SYD)?

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.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Cairns to Sydney

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Cairns and Sydney. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,867 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Jetstar flights we've detected travelling from Cairns to Sydney. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Thu 6/66:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 11/66:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 232
Thu 6/612:00 p.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop7h 00mJetstar
Wed 12/66:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 272
Fri 24/56:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 31/56:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 16/5C$ 287
Mon 17/66:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 18/69:20 a.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop12h 00mJetstar
Deal found 18/5C$ 290
Fri 5/76:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 8/77:45 p.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 335
Tue 28/510:15 a.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 4/66:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 357
Tue 28/510:15 a.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 30/56:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 369
Fri 7/66:00 a.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop7h 40mJetstar
Fri 7/67:45 p.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 445
Fri 7/610:15 a.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 7/67:45 p.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 590

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Sydney

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Cairns and Sydney. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,867 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Virgin Australia flights travelling from Cairns to Sydney. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Fri 24/57:15 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Fri 31/56:30 p.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/5C$ 327
Tue 28/511:50 a.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Thu 30/53:20 p.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5C$ 347
Mon 17/61:50 p.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop4h 20mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/63:00 p.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5C$ 354
Tue 28/511:50 a.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Tue 4/66:00 a.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5C$ 373
Tue 21/59:20 a.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop4h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 22/57:00 p.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/5C$ 409
Thu 6/66:00 a.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop5h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 11/64:00 p.m.SYD - CNS
2 stops7h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5C$ 684
Thu 6/66:00 a.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop5h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 11/67:00 a.m.SYD - CNS
2 stops9h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5C$ 727

Cheap Cairns to Sydney flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Sydney specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,867 searches. Prices were last updated on 18 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Cairns to Sydney in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 6/66:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 11/66:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 232
Thu 6/612:00 p.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop7h 00mJetstar
Wed 12/66:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 272
Fri 24/56:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 31/56:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 16/5C$ 287
Mon 17/66:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 18/69:20 a.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop12h 00mJetstar
Deal found 18/5C$ 290
Wed 22/56:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 28/57:35 p.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/5C$ 321
Fri 24/57:15 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Fri 31/56:30 p.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/5C$ 327
Tue 28/511:50 a.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Thu 30/53:20 p.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5C$ 347
Mon 17/61:50 p.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop4h 20mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/63:00 p.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5C$ 354
Tue 28/510:15 a.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 4/66:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 357

Cairns to Sydney 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Sydney in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,867 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Cairns to Sydney in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 6/66:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 11/66:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 232
Thu 6/612:00 p.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop7h 00mJetstar
Wed 12/66:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 272
Fri 24/56:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 31/56:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 16/5C$ 287
Mon 17/66:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 18/69:20 a.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop12h 00mJetstar
Deal found 18/5C$ 290
Wed 22/56:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 28/57:35 p.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/5C$ 321
Fri 24/57:15 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Fri 31/56:30 p.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/5C$ 327
Fri 5/76:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 8/77:45 p.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 335
Wed 4/122:45 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 8/122:40 p.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/5C$ 345
Tue 28/511:50 a.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Thu 30/53:20 p.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5C$ 347

Direct flights to Sydney from Cairns

Discover non-stop flight options from Cairns to Sydney. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,867 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from Cairns to Sydney. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from Cairns to Sydney should utilize the search form at the top of the page.
Thu 6/66:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 11/66:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 232
Fri 5/76:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Mon 8/77:45 p.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 335
Tue 28/510:15 a.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 4/66:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 357
Tue 28/510:15 a.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 30/56:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 369
Fri 7/610:15 a.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 7/67:45 p.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 590

Cairns to Sydney flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cairns to Sydney for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,867 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Cairns to Sydney departing last-minute. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Fri 24/56:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 31/56:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 16/5C$ 287
Fri 24/57:15 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Fri 31/56:30 p.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/5C$ 327
Tue 28/511:50 a.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Thu 30/53:20 p.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5C$ 347
Tue 28/510:15 a.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Tue 4/66:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 357
Tue 28/510:15 a.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Thu 30/56:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 369
Tue 28/511:50 a.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Tue 4/66:00 a.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5C$ 373
Tue 21/59:20 a.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop4h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 22/57:00 p.m.SYD - CNS
1 stop4h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/5C$ 409

One-way flights to Sydney from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,867 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Cairns to Sydney, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those needing a return flight from Cairns to Sydney can use the search form above.
Sat 29/66:35 a.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 116
Thu 12/96:35 a.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 125
Fri 26/76:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 127
Thu 23/57:15 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5C$ 132
Wed 17/77:15 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5C$ 133
Fri 4/106:35 a.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 16/5C$ 150
Tue 28/56:00 a.m.CNS - SYD
1 stop7h 40mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 157
Mon 14/106:15 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5C$ 163
Fri 24/56:55 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 165

Find flights from Cairns to Sydney within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Sydney 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 407,867 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.

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Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

C$ 232 - C$ 373

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 6/6

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/6

Nonstop3h 05m

C$ 232

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 6/6

1 stop7h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/6

Nonstop3h 05m

C$ 272

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Mon 17/6

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/6

1 stop12h 00m

C$ 290

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Fri 5/7

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/7

Nonstop3h 05m

C$ 335

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 28/5

1 stop5h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/5

Nonstop3h 15m

C$ 347

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Mon 17/6

1 stop4h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/6

1 stop5h 10m

C$ 354

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 28/5

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/6

Nonstop3h 05m

C$ 357

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 28/5

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/5

Nonstop3h 05m

C$ 369

CairnsSydney Kingsford Smith

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 28/5

1 stop5h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/6

1 stop5h 10m

C$ 373

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 17/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Cairns to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cairns to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The best time to book flights from Cairns to Sydney is 84 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.
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Average price of flights to Sydney by month

Plan your trip from Cairns to Sydney by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Sydney is currently C$ 141 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 326. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Sydney (average of C$ 1,412). Flying from Cairns to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,573). 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.

January

C$ 2,077

February

C$ 1,945

March

C$ 1,923

April

C$ 1,968

May

C$ 2,040

June

C$ 2,093

July

C$ 2,143

August

C$ 2,043

September

C$ 1,960

October

C$ 2,035

November

C$ 1,990

December

C$ 2,077

Temperature and rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SYD

Temperature

11 - 22 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 18 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Jetstar and Virgin Australia from Cairns to Sydney to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
642 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
963 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
632 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
642 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I felt like I was cattle on a cattle truck. Albeit, a politely treated steer! Packed flight sitting next to morbidly obese couple spilling into my seat; baby screaming behind me; food/drink cart passed me by without offering me anything. Definitely not a flight for a business traveller!

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Cairns to Sydney for under C$ 300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Sydney for under C$ 300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just C$ 232, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 413.

  • Are there direct flights from Cairns to Sydney for under C$ 300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 5 direct flights from Cairns to Sydney under C$ 300. A good price for a direct flight from Cairns to Sydney is less than C$ 376.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Cairns to Sydney for under C$ 300?

    There are currently 7+ open flights from Cairns to Sydney within the next 7 days for less than C$ 300.

  • What days are direct flights available from Cairns to Sydney?

    Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Sydney flight route?

    This flight path from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How many flights depart from Cairns to Sydney on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 8 flights from Cairns to Sydney a day.
    Morning (6am - Midday) - 50% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Sydney?

    Departing from Cairns to Sydney will take you 2h 55m. Cairns and Sydney are separated by a distance of 1983 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 232, Jetstar will fly you from Cairns to Sydney and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Virgin Australia for as low as C$ 347. These flights start at 25% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 116. Virgin Australia flights start at C$ 132 while deals on Qantas Airways start at C$ 195 one-way.

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

    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 Cairns to Sydney on time: Air Canada (94%), Qatar Airways (93%), ANA (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Sydney?

    The cheapest flight price from Cairns to Sydney is C$ 131. On average you can expect to pay C$ 179. The most popular route, (Cairns - Sydney Kingsford Smith), can usually be booked for C$ 361.

  • What does CNS to SYD mean?

    Great question - CNS to SYD just means Cairns Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Sydney that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Sydney flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cairns to Sydney with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Sydney flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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 vacation 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Sydney that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Sydney offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cairns to Sydney?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Sydney flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cairns to Sydney flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to Sydney flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 18/5.

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Explore weekly flight availability from Cairns to Sydney. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 May 2024.
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