Cheap flights from Sydney to Cairns

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From Sydney to Cairns

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

If you book a flight from Sydney to Cairns, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith to Cairns. Flights to Cairns (CNS) from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) take 3h 00m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Kingsford Smith to Cairns per day from 4 airlines.

Which airlines flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of the carriers operating flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are Tigerair Australia, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

Can I find flights from Sydney to Cairns for under $272 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Sydney to Cairns for under $272. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $203, but on average you can expect to pay $279.

Are there direct flights from Sydney to Cairns for under $272 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Sydney to Cairns under $272. A good price for a direct flight from Sydney to Cairns is less than $279.

Are there last-minute flights available from Sydney to Cairns for under $272?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Sydney to Cairns within the next 7 days for less than $272.

What days are direct flights available from Sydney to Cairns?

Direct flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday.

How popular is this flight route?

Within the past month, 12,160 users have taken a look at flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns.

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

Per day, 1 flight departs from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns on average.
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Does it rain more in Sydney or Cairns?

When travelling, we recommend packing in preparation to handle common weather conditions. The rainfall in Sydney is typically greater than that of Cairns. We can gather that this will continue over the next 11 days.

Is Sydney weather warmer or cooler than Cairns?

Temperatures around the 31 °Cs can be experienced in January. The weather in Cairns is hotter than in Sydney. Plan for potential changes in flight availability as peak weather approaches in this location.

How long does 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 $276. There are 1983 km between Sydney and Cairns. Most flights are nonstop.

What are the cheapest airlines to flying from Sydney to Cairns return?

Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at $235. Another option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at $250 return. Jetstar is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $83. Users have also found prices from $101 and $205 on Jetstar and Virgin Australia, respectively.