How many flights depart from Sydney to Cairns on average per day?

34 flights are operational daily from Sydney to Cairns as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 09:00, with 64% of flights per day taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Sydney to Cairns on average per week?

The number of flights available between Sydney and Cairns is 238 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Cairns flights?

According to our data, Smartwings have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Cairns flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns

How often are flights from Sydney to Cairns delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Sydney and Cairns have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 93 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?

Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from €155 to €265. The lowest price recently found on this route was €126.

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20:25 - 22:30SYD-CNS

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€126Jetstar

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06:20 - 08:20SYD-CNS

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20:25 - 22:30SYD-CNS

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18:05 - 22:05CNS-SYD

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€132Jetstar

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11:45 - 13:50SYD-CNS

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18:05 - 22:05CNS-SYD

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€154Jetstar

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12:40 - 14:55SYD-CNS

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18:15 - 22:10CNS-SYD

2h 55mdirect

€169Virgin Australia

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09:00 - 14:00SYD-CNS

6h 00m1 stop

18:05 - 22:05CNS-SYD

3h 00mdirect

€169Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 12 Dec - Sun, 14 Dec

13:00 - 16:40SYD-CNS

4h 40m1 stop

15:45 - 19:45CNS-SYD

3h 00mdirect

€174Virgin Australia

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14:10 - 16:15SYD-CNS

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06:40 - 10:40CNS-SYD

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€245Multiple Airlines

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14:10 - 16:15SYD-CNS

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11:35 - 21:55CNS-SYD

9h 20m1 stop

€266Qantas Airways

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08:20 - 23:05SYD-CNS

15h 45m1 stop

17:00 - 20:55CNS-SYD

2h 55mdirect

€293Qantas Airways

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12 Dec

SYD20:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

3h 05m

CNS22:30Cairns

14 Dec

CNS18:05Cairns

3h 00m

SYD22:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

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5 Mar

SYD06:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

3h 00m

CNS08:20Cairns

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3h 00m

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15 Dec

SYD20:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

3h 05m

CNS22:30Cairns

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3h 00m

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31 Mar

SYD12:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

3h 15m

CNS14:55Cairns

1 Apr

CNS18:15Cairns

2h 55m

SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

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11 Mar

SYD13:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 40m

1 stop

CNS16:40Cairns

14 Mar

CNS15:45Cairns

3h 00m

SYD19:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

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20 Dec

SYD08:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

6h 30m

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CNS17:35Cairns

3h 00m

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€245

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14:10-16:15

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€266

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Wed 7/1

08:20-23:05

1 stop15h 45m

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17:00-20:55

Nonstop2h 55m

€293

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Cairns?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Cairns. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around €130. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Cairns from Sydney during February instead. Flights to Cairns in February, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around €140.

What is the cheapest Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around €177 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Sydney for as low as €155 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Sydney to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Sydney to Cairns flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns by plane?
The straight-line distance from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns is 1960.5 km. Typically, this will take 3h 00m by plane in normal conditions.
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Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to Cairns?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Sydney to Cairns is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 37.84% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321-100/200 at 23.33%, Airbus A320-100/200 at 21.69%, and Airbus A321neo at 4.57%.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?

What cabin class options are available on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Sydney to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Sydney to Cairns flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Cairns

How often are flights from Sydney to Cairns delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Sydney and Cairns have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 93 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Cairns flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Cairns flights?

According to our data, Smartwings have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

How many flights depart from Sydney to Cairns on average per day?

34 flights are operational daily from Sydney to Cairns as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 09:00, with 64% of flights per day taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Sydney to Cairns on average per week?

The number of flights available between Sydney and Cairns is 238 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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