Cheap flights from Cairns to Sydney
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The best prices from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in January or May, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday
How to find the cheapest flight from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD)
All the information you need to plan the best CNS to SYD flight in 2022: compare Cairns to Sydney flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Sydney.
CNS - SYD Price | $154 - $330 |
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SYD Temperature | 11 - 22 °C |
SYD Rainfall | 50 - 130 mm |
| Popular in | July | High demand for flights, 33% potential price rise |
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| Cheapest in | January | Best time to find cheap flights, 30% potential price drop |
| Round-trip from | $219 | From Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith |
| One-way from | $105 | One-way flight from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith |
What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cairns to Sydney?
It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Thursday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Cairns to Sydney?
To save up to 36% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 53 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Cairns to Sydney from $316 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $352 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.
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, January can be a great choice for travel to Sydney. Flights to Sydney from Cairns in January are about $314 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $194.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Sydney (CNS - SYD)?
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cairns to Sydney at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.
Cheap flights from Cairns to Sydney in August, September 2022
The best prices found for CNS to SYD flights in August, September
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Cairns to Sydney 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to Sydney from Cairns found for this year
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Cheap Jetstar flights from Cairns to Sydney
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Direct flights to Sydney from Cairns
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Last-minute flights from Cairns to Sydney
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One-way flights to Sydney from Cairns
The cheapest one-way flights from Cairns to Sydney
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Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Cairns to Sydney flights.
What airports do I use to fly from Cairns to Sydney?
If you wish to fly to Sydney from Cairns, then you need to book flights from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith. There are 26 flights from Cairns (CNS) to Kingsford Smith (SYD) per day to choose from. Flights to Sydney from Cairns are available from 4 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 50m is how long a nonstop flight from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith typically takes.
Which airlines flying from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Jetstar, Tigerair Australia, and Virgin Australia are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.
Can I find flights from Cairns to Sydney for under $300 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Sydney for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $225, but on average you can expect to pay $255.
Are there direct flights from Cairns to Sydney for under $300 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Cairns to Sydney under $300. A good price for a direct flight from Cairns to Sydney is less than $282.
Are there last-minute flights available from Cairns to Sydney for under $300?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Cairns to Sydney within the next 7 days for less than $300.
How popular is this Cairns to Sydney flight route?
The Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight path was viewed by 1,744 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Sydney round-trip?
Currently priced at $225, 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 $291. You may be able to fly from Cairns to Sydney for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns to Sydney?
Consider Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Tigerair Australia when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Cairns to Sydney.
What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Sydney?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cairns to Sydney consider choosing Delta(59%), Jetstar(58%) or Qantas Airways(53%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Sydney?
While on average a flight from Cairns to Sydney is generally $520, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $110. When looking at the most popular route, (Cairns - Sydney Kingsford Smith), you can expect to pay $225 for that flight.
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Top 4 airlines flying from Cairns to Sydney
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Hourly flight availability from Cairns to Sydney
See what time of day planes typically take off from Cairns to Sydney
| 1%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 31%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 68%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 0%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Sydney
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Cairns to Sydney
| Sunday | 27daily flights |
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| Monday | 25daily flights |
| Tuesday | 27daily flights |
| Wednesday | 25daily flights |
| Thursday | 27daily flights |
| Friday | 25daily flights |
| Saturday | 26daily flights |