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Cheap flights from Sydney to Cairns from C$ 106

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 21/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CNS
11 Apr — 18 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 12 March 2026.

Wed 25/36:20 a.m.
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Sat 28/36:05 p.m.
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3C$ 196
Fri 24/43:15 p.m.
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Fri 1/57:10 p.m.
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3C$ 215
Tue 16/63:15 p.m.
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Tue 23/67:10 p.m.
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/3C$ 221
Tue 19/53:15 p.m.
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Thu 28/57:10 p.m.
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/3C$ 223
Mon 1/63:15 p.m.
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Thu 4/67:10 p.m.
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/3C$ 231
Tue 24/36:20 a.m.
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Sun 29/36:10 p.m.
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3C$ 235
Fri 8/53:15 p.m.
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Tue 12/510:15 a.m.
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3C$ 244
Wed 15/47:15 p.m.
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Sat 18/47:10 p.m.
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3C$ 246
Tue 24/36:20 a.m.
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Fri 27/36:05 p.m.
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3C$ 251
Mon 27/43:10 p.m.
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 15m
Virgin Australia
Thu 30/47:15 p.m.
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 11/3C$ 255
Sat 8/87:15 p.m.
SYD
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 10m
Jetstar
Tue 18/87:10 p.m.
CNS
-
SYD
Nonstop2h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3C$ 261

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 12 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 196

One-way from

C$ 106

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

C$ 257
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 28/3-31/3
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 55m total
  • Sydney to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 21/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Sydney to Cairns
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 12 March 2026.
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SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/4

3:15 p.m.-6:25 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

Cairns

Fri 1/5

7:10 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 215

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

3:15 p.m.-6:25 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

Cairns

Thu 4/6

7:10 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 231
Quickest round-trip

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/3

6:20 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Sun 29/3

6:10 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 235

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

3:15 p.m.-6:25 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

Cairns

Fri 12/6

7:10 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 244

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

6:20 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Cairns

Sun 29/3

6:10 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 282

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 31/3

1:20 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop6h 25m

Cairns

Sat 4/4

3:35 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 291

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/8

8:10 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Fri 14/8

7:15 p.m.-10:10 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 318

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/8

12:40 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Wed 19/8

12:10 p.m.-3:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 319

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/7

6:00 p.m.-11:20 p.m.

1 stop5h 20m

Cairns

Wed 22/7

7:15 p.m.-10:10 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 322

SydneyCairns

SYD - CNS

SYDCNS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/7

6:00 p.m.-11:20 p.m.

1 stop5h 20m

Cairns

Sat 25/7

7:15 p.m.-10:10 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 322

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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 round-trip flight from Sydney to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Booking 28 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Cairns. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 C$ 102). Flying from Sydney to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 164). 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 12 March 2026.

When flying from Sydney to Cairns, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip 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 12 March 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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

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
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

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
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
529 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
446 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

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

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

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

    To fly from Sydney to Cairns, you need to book a flight from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Cairns (CNS). Nonstop flights to Cairns from Sydney Kingsford Smith take 3h 05m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 31 outbound flights from Kingsford Smith to Cairns offered by 2 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Cairns flight route?

    Within the past month, 31 users have taken a look at flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Cairns?

    Jetstar and Virgin Australia can get you from Sydney to Cairns in just under 3h 10m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Sydney to Cairns is about 1970 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at C$ 188. Another option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at C$ 196 round trip. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    C$ 91 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 C$ 128 and C$ 162, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Cairns are Air India (93%), United Airlines (90%) and Qatar Airways (90%).

  • 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 vacation 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 C$ 102). Flying from Sydney to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 164). 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
JetstarCheapestC$ 188AverageC$ 244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapestC$ 196AverageC$ 294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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