Flights from Cairns to Sydney Starting at NZD 111

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Airlines Flying from Cairns to Sydney

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FAQ

  • 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 NZD 301.

  • How long does it take to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 2 hours 57 minutes to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD).

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Sydney?

    • The distance from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport to downtown is about 8 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.

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

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Flight Information from Cairns to Sydney

Cheapest one-way flight price NZD 100
Cheapest round-trip ticket price NZD 205
Off-season for travel March
Peak season for travel December
Flight distance 1,972.04 km
Average flight time 2 hours 57 minutes
Popular airline Jetstar Airways

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