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Cairns to Sydney Flight Information

Cheapest one-way flight price	$68
Cheapest round-trip ticket price	$106
Off-season for travel	March
Peak season for travel	February
Flight distance	1,972.04 km
Average flight time	2 hours 55 minutes
Popular airline	Jetstar Airways

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Airlines adjust prices for flights from Cairns to Sydney based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How much do flights from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD) cost?

According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $175.
How long does it take to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD) and what is the distance?

It takes around 2 hours 55 minutes to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD).
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD)?

Airlines with flights from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD): Virgin Australia, Jetstar Airways, Qatar Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Air New Zealand, Emirates, Air Canada, All Nippon Airways, Singapore Airlines, British Airways, China Southern Airlines, Air India and China Eastern Airlines.

How to find a cheap flight from Cairns to Sydney

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