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$359 $900

Duration

3 h 5 m 15 h 30 m

Stops From Sydney

Departure From Sydney

6 AM - 12 PM

USD 359

12 PM - 6 PM

USD 359

After 6 PM

USD 463

Arrival at Cairns

6 AM - 12 PM

USD 359

12 PM - 6 PM

USD 359

After 6 PM

USD 359

Alliances & Airlines

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Layover Airports

Layover Duration

40 m 10 h 30 m

Top Flights From Sydney

Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) Cheap Flights

Book Sydney to Cairns cheap flight tickets ✈ at lowest price. Get best deals on your upcoming Sydney (SYD)to Cairns (CNS) flights only on MakeMyTrip. Also Book Cairns to Sydney Cheap Flights. Currently 35 flights flying from Sydney to Cairns. To save maximum on flight booking click on below Fare Calendar button and choose your dates.

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Qantas Airways, Jetstar Airways

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USD 359

Sydney to Cairns , 12 Mar

Qantas Airways QF | 500

06:05

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal T3

Sydney, Australia

01 h 30 m

06:35

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal D

Brisbane, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Jetstar Airways JQ | 930

08:50

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal D

Brisbane, Australia

02 h 25 m

11:15

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change Meal

Economy flex

Fare offered by airlines.

7 kg
1 Piece
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 129
Date Change Fee starting
USD 50
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 359

Qantas Airways

USD 452

Sydney to Cairns , 12 Mar

Qantas Airways QF | 922

09:45

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal T3

Sydney, Australia

03 h 05 m

11:50

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change Meal

Economy flex

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
1 Piece
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 62
Free date change allowed
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 452

Qantas Airways

More Timing Options

USD 461

Sydney to Cairns , 12 Mar

Qantas Airways QF | 415

07:30

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal T3

Sydney, Australia

01 h 35 m

09:05

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal T1

Melbourne, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Qantas Airways QF | 702

09:45

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal T1

Melbourne, Australia

03 h 20 m

12:05

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change Meal

Economy flex

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
1 Piece
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 62
Free date change allowed
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 461

Qantas Airways

More Timing Options

USD 463

Sydney to Cairns , 12 Mar

Qantas Airways QF | 508

08:05

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal T3

Sydney, Australia

01 h 30 m

08:35

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal D

Brisbane, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Qantas Airways QF | 1878

09:40

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal D

Brisbane, Australia

02 h 20 m

12:00

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change Meal

Economy flex

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
1 Piece
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 62
Free date change allowed
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 463

Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways

USD 526

Sydney to Cairns , 12 Mar

Jetstar Airways JQ | 912

06:40

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Sydney, Australia

02 h 40 m

08:20

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal D

Townsville, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Qantas Airways QF | 2344

11:35

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Townsville, Australia

55 m

12:30

Wed, 12 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Cairns, Australia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change Meal

Economy flex

Fare offered by airlines.

7 kg
20 kg
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 143
Date Change Fee starting
USD 50
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 526

Sydney to Cairns Flights Information:-

Looking for Sydney to Cairns Flight? Here’s all you need to know! For convenience and to save time, pick the airport that is closest to your destination. The nearest airport to Cairns is Cairns Intl and the IATA code for the same is CNS.
Currently, there are 2 airlines operating flights between the two destinations and approximately 35 flights take off from Sydney to Cairns every week.

Need information on Sydney to Cairns airfare?

The minimum airfare for a Sydney to Cairns flight would be 359, which may go up to 844 depending on the route, booking time and availability.
It is recommended that you book a round-trip, since it always works out to be more economical.

Flight Details for Sydney to Cairns

If you are looking for Sydney to Cairns flights, there is no dearth of options to choose from. Several reputed airlines currently offer both direct and indirect flights between the two destinations. Some of these are Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways. Out of these, only 1 airlines operate direct flights. Indirect flights may involve more travel time, but they usually cost lesser than direct flights.

The number of flights operated by each airline is as follows:Jetstar Airways: 11, Qantas Airways: 11

To board the first Sydney to Cairns flight, choose Qantas Airways, which departs at 06:00 The last flight for this route is Qantas Airways, departing at 22:00

Cairns Airport Information

Cairns Intl

About Sydney (SYD)

Sydney is famous as the Harbour city and the most amazing cosmopolitan city in Australia. With an excellent reputation as one of the world's most amazing and liveable cities, Sydney becomes a most famous tourist destination. Stuffed with lots of ancient history, nature, culture, art, fashion, cuisine, design that makes Sydney an attractive tourist spot which is set next to miles of ocean coastline and numerous sandy surf beaches. It is counted among the most culturally and ethnically diverse cities in Australia. Sydney is also considered as a dwell to the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. These two are the most iconic structures on the planet. It is a high ranking world-class city which has till date hosted multiple number of major international sporting events. Some of the major tourist destinations in Sydney include The Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Sydney Opera House, Sydney Olympic Park, Royal Botanic Garden, St Mary's Cathedral, Chinese Garden of Friendship, Sydney Park, Hyde Park, The Domain and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Australian Museum (natural history and anthropology), the Powerhouse Museum (science, technology and design), the Art Gallery of New South Wales, the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Australian National Maritime Museum and many others which altogether makes Sydney a wonderful place to visit at least once. It is also famous for its wildlife as here you can find Koala Park Sanctuary number of zoo and other wildlife parks such as Taronga Zoo, Koala Park Sanctuary, Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Wildlife World, Featherdale Wildlife Park, Australian Reptile Park and so on. It has smooth transport services which allow you to explore Sydney's major attractions through public transport. MakeMyTrip.com is a most trustworthy travel portal where you can get proper information about the city, tourist attractions and transportation online. Here, you can also book your air tickets which will save your time and money as well. You can choose the best deal as per your need and can make a plan for unforgettable trip with family and friends.

Important Information about Sydney to Cairns Flight

Lowest Fare to Travel with Date $ 359- 12 Mar
Total flights from Sydney to Cairns in a week 35 Flights
First Flight Qantas Airways, departs at 06:00
Last Flight Qantas Airways, departs at 22:00
Non-Stop Flights from Sydney to Cairns 1
Airport Name & codes of Sydney & Cairns Sydney Airport, Sydney-SYD, Cairns Intl,Cairns-CNS

Sydney Address

Sydney Airport Corporation Limited, Sydney International Terminal, NSW 2020
Tel: +61 2 9667 9111

About Cairns (CNS)

Cairns

Cairns Address

Frequently Asked Questions - Sydney to Cairns Flights

What is the best time to book cheap flight tickets from Sydney to Cairns?

To get cheap flight tickets from Sydney to Cairns, the best time would be to plan your trip during the off season. At that time the flight tickets are usually cheaper than the peak season and the accommodation booking is also available at the affordable price. The other way of booking cheap flight tickets from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) is to book atleast 4 weeks in advance before your departure date to get competitive pricing on your tickets even during the peak season.

Is passport mandatory to travel from Sydney to Cairns?

When making an international trip, passport is mandatory as it defines your identity to the other nation officials. The VISA norms may differ from country to country, which means some would allow Visa on arrival and others may require you to obtain visa in advance. But the availability of passport is mandatory at the time of departure and arrival as well.

Can I cancel my ticket from Sydney to Cairns without cancellation charges?

To avoid cancellation charges on your air tickets, you need to make a selection at the time of booking for ZERO cancellation. Please note, the zero cancellation facility is chargeable with minimum amount and can help you save a lot at the time sudden cancellations.

Can I find cheap accommodation near to airport when travelling from Sydney to Cairns?

There are several accommodation options available near the Cairns Intl. You can check for both budget friendly and well as five star accommodation near the airport depending on your requirement and budget. These hotels are mostly suitable for business travellers.

Which airlines offer cheapest airfare from Sydney to Cairns?

There is no set pricing for airlines to offer cheap flight fare from Sydney to Cairns. These fares are mostly decided on the basis of algorithms followed by air carriers to final the prizing based on demand. However, some multiple route flights with stop-overs offer cheap flights as compared to direct flight departing from Sydney to Cairns.

How do MakeMyTrip finds the lowest available dare for flights from Sydney to Cairns?

MakeMyTrip is a popular travel portal that also works as a travel search engine that allows you to see best available results for your flight search. Every time you make search for flights to any destination, the MMT algorithm picks all the available air carriers for the route and filter rates basis on the cheapest fare available in their system. At MMT, you can not only search flights on the basis of the fare, but you can also see which flight offers direct route, which has multiple stop-overs, baggage allowance, in-flight meal options, cancellation policy, etc. You can also check available discounts offered by payments partners and air carriers when booking the flight.

Is there a way to make flexible departure date bookings for your Sydney to Cairns flight tickets?

Some travel portals like MakeMyTrip offer flexible departure and arrival booking option with certain air carrier when booking from Sydney to Cairns. You can check the flexible booking flight options once you get the results filters based on your search and make the booking accordingly. Please note, some airlines make charge extra for flexible travel dates.

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