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Cheap Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD)

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Sat, Mar 28 - Sat, Mar 28
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - SYD
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
SYD - CNS
154$
145$
Prime price per passenger
Mon, Apr 27 - Fri, May 1
Virgin Australia
Virgin AustraliaDirect
CNS - SYD
Virgin Australia
Virgin AustraliaDirect
SYD - CNS
158$
149$
Prime price per passenger
Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - SYD
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
SYD - CNS
159$
150$
Prime price per passenger
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26
Virgin Australia
Virgin AustraliaDirect
CNS - SYD
Virgin Australia
Virgin AustraliaDirect
SYD - CNS
160$
151$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 5
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - SYD
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
SYD - CNS
162$
155$
Prime price per passenger
Thu, May 21 - Fri, May 29
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - SYD
Virgin Australia
Virgin AustraliaDirect
SYD - CNS
179$
169$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, Apr 3
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - SYD
73$
71$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, May 23
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - SYD
76$
74$
Prime price per passenger
Tue, May 19
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - SYD
77$
75$
Prime price per passenger
Tue, Apr 21
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - SYD
77$
75$
Prime price per passenger
Thu, Apr 30
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - SYD
77$
75$
Prime price per passenger
Wed, Mar 25
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - SYD
79$
76$
Prime price per passenger
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Sydney

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of May. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
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Flying Time3 hoursWhen flying from Cairns to Sydney, this can take around 3 hours in flying time, however this flight duration can vary due to other factors
Cheapest flight$71The best price for flights from Cairns to Sydney offered by eDreams, which have been found by our customers in the last 3 days
Origin airportCairns AirportWhen flying from Cairns to Sydney
Destination airportSydney Kingsford Smith AirportFor the route from Cairns to Sydney
Peak seasonMarchMarch is the busiest time to fly from Cairns to Sydney according to search data results from our customers
Airlines operating this routeJetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas AirwaysAirline(s) that fly from Cairns to Sydney
One-way average Price117.33A flight from Cairns to Sydney at eDreams will cost around 117.33, this being based on prices of the previous 6 months of data
Best time to bookMarchMarch is one of the most frequent times to fly to Sydney from Cairns according to real data from our customers

Local currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
12%Trains are 12% more expensive in Sydney than in Cairns.
Cairns$3.55
Sydney$3.97
MealMid-priced restaurant
36%The average meal is 36% more expensive in Sydney than in Cairns.
Cairns$15.60
Sydney$21.27
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
46%Taxis are 46% more expensive in Sydney than in Cairns.
Cairns$2.62
Sydney$3.83
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
13%Coffee in Sydney is 13% cheaper than in Cairns.
Cairns$4.43
Sydney$3.85
Exchange rate
1 USD = 1.42 AUD
1 AUD = 0.71 USD
Last revised on Fri, 03/6
Distance: 1219 miles
Cairns airports
Cairns International Airport (CNS)How far from city center: 3 miles
Sydney airports
Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith Airport) (SYD)How far from city center: 5 miles

Are you planning to travel to Sydney for vacations, business or family visits? eDreams offers you the cheapest flights and best deals departing from Cairns. With our fast search engine you will get a large selection of airfares from standard and low cost airlines worldwide and easily book your tickets for this route. If you are flexible we help you identify the cheapest day to fly to Sydney and if you need to leave soon you can check our most convenient last minute fares. Read all the useful information about your next destination and proceed to the reservation, indicating your flight dates and completing your travel booking with hotels and car rental!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Cairns to Sydney

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Australia. At eDreams have you covered!
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Cairns to Sydney?
When you fly from Cairns to Sydney the average price is 117.33. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
For flights from Cairns to Sydney, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Cairns to Sydney is $71. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Sydney more expensive than Cairns to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Sydney costs about $ 3.83 USD, 46% more expensive than Cairns, with a fare of $ 2.62 USD,
while train tickets cost 12% more at Sydney: $ 3.97 USD versus $ 3.55 USD at Cairns.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 21.27 USD in Sydney, 36% more than the 15.60 USD in Cairns.
The price of the coffee is around 13% cheaper in Sydney, with an average of 3.85 USD, while in Cairns the coffee costs 4.43 USD.
When booking, when is the best time to get the best prices for flights from Cairns to Sydney?
The most popular months to book a trip from Cairns to Sydney are January, February and July, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from Cairns to Sydney?
The best time of the year to visit Sydney depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, July is the best month to fly to Sydney from Cairns in terms of searches from our customers, followed by December and January. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds October, June and May are the months with fewer searches for Cairns - Sydney.

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