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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Sydney to Cairns based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 699.

  • How long does it take to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)?

    It takes about 3 hours 7 minutes to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)?

    Airlines with flights from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS): Qatar Airways, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Jetstar Airways, Air India, Air New Zealand and United Airlines.

  • How many airports are there in Cairns (CNS)?

    There are 1 airport(s) near Cairns (CNS): Cairns Airport.

How to find a cheap flight from Sydney to Cairns

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Tap "Date" on flight search bar to scan through the calender for Sydney to Cairns airfare over next 6 months in 2025. If you would like to fly in next 3 months, it seems the cheapest date is on Wed, May 21 at AED 251 for one-way flights.
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Flight Info | Sydney to Cairns

Cheapest one-way flight price AED 226
Cheapest return ticket price AED 393
Off-season for travel March
Peak season for travel June
Flight distance 1,972.04 km
Average flight time 3 hours 7 minutes
Popular airline Jetstar Airways

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