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Cheap flights from Cairns to New South Wales from $86

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — SYD
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to New South Wales
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to New South Wales. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 December 2025.

Mon 15/1206:40CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Tue 16/1206:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 9/12$269
Mon 15/1206:40CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1217:00SYD - CNS
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$305
Sun 14/1206:40CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Thu 18/1206:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$336
Sun 14/1206:40CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1207:00SYD - CNS
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$347
Tue 16/1209:45CNS - OOL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Thu 18/1206:35OOL - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$359
Sat 20/1207:50CNS - OOL
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Wed 31/1206:35OOL - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Deal found 9/12$380
Tue 16/1209:45CNS - OOL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Wed 17/1206:35OOL - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$389
Fri 12/1218:05CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Sun 14/1206:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$392
Fri 12/1211:40CNS - SYD
1 stop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1206:20SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$397
Wed 17/1206:40CNS - OOL
1 stop7h 05mJetstar
Thu 18/1206:35OOL - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$404
Mon 15/1206:40CNS - OOL
1 stop23h 50mJetstar
Thu 18/1218:30OOL - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$407
Fri 12/1211:40CNS - SYD
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 14/1210:00SYD - CNS
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$413

Find flight deals from Cairns to New South Wales

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to New South Wales flight deals. Data was last updated 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$189

One-way from

$86

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$324

Good round-trip deal

$187 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/1-28/1
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 05m total
  • Cairns to New South Wales
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 25/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Cairns to New South Wales
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High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to New South Wales 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to New South Wales that are best for you.

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Cairns

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CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 22/1

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/1

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

$194

CairnsCoolangatta

CNS - OOL

CNSOOL

Cairns

Sat 10/1

07:50-10:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sun 11/1

06:35-09:05

Nonstop2h 30m

$207

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Sun 8/2

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/2

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

$216

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 15/1

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/1

20:25-22:30

Nonstop3h 05m

$219

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Sun 8/2

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

$224

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Wed 11/3

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

$224

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 13/1

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 14/1

20:25-22:30

Nonstop3h 05m

$227

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 22/1

18:05-22:05

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/1

14:40-16:45

Nonstop3h 05m

$230

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Fri 27/2

15:45-19:45

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/3

06:20-08:20

Nonstop3h 00m

$263

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Sun 8/2

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

12:50-14:55

Nonstop3h 05m

$273

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to New South Wales

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New South Wales from Cairns with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to New South Wales

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to New South Wales?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to New South Wales (average of $92). Flying from Cairns to New South Wales in March is currently the most expensive (average of $149). 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 NSW?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to New South Wales. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cairns to New South Wales is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 42% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cairns to New South Wales?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to New South Wales. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Cairns to New South Wales

Explore weekly flight availability from Cairns to New South Wales. 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 12 December 2025.

The most flights from CNS to AUNSW are scheduled on a Wednesday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing New South Wales

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New South Wales. 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 New South Wales. Reviews last updated 12 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Cairns to New South Wales. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

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

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
490 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

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

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to New South Wales?

    Located just 4.4 km from the city centre, Cairns (CNS) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to New South Wales from Cairns.

  • How popular is this Cairns to New South Wales flight route?

    Flights from Cairns to New South Wales have been viewed 1,970 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to New South Wales?

    For as low as $194, Jetstar can have you in New South Wales from Cairns in 3h. Cairns and New South Wales are separated by a distance of 1970 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to New South Wales one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $97. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Cairns to New South Wales for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cairns to New South Wales?

    While some choose either Cairns - Coolangatta Gold Coast or Cairns - Lord Howe Island, Cairns - Sydney Kingsford Smith is the most popular route from Cairns to New South Wales.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to New South Wales?

    Consider American Airlines (91%), China Southern (86%) or China Eastern (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Cairns to New South Wales.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to New South Wales?

    On average you can expect to pay $270 for a flight from Cairns to New South Wales. The cheapest flight overall is $105 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $192.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to New South Wales that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to New South Wales?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to New South Wales?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to New South Wales 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 New South Wales?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to New South Wales (average of $92). Flying from Cairns to New South Wales in March is currently the most expensive (average of $149). 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 3 airlines flying from Cairns to New South Wales

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to New South Wales. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$120Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$148Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$189Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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