S$131 Cheap Flights from Cairns to Sydney

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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Sydney (CNS-SYD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$131 for one-way flights and S$299 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Wed, 15 Oct - Wed, 22 Oct
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
S$299 Return, found 5 days ago
S$299
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 15 Oct from Cairns to Sydney, returning Wed, 22 Oct, priced at S$299 found 5 days ago
Virgin Australia
Sun, 10 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
S$304 Return, found 3 days ago
S$304
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, 10 Aug from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sun, 17 Aug, priced at S$304 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Sun, 10 Aug - Tue, 12 Aug
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
S$338 Return, found 3 days ago
S$338
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, 10 Aug from Cairns to Sydney, returning Tue, 12 Aug, priced at S$338 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 10 Jul - Thu, 17 Jul
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
S$341 Return, found 4 days ago
S$341
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 10 Jul from Cairns to Sydney, returning Thu, 17 Jul, priced at S$341 found 4 days ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 9 May - Sun, 11 May
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
S$345 Return, found 6 days ago
S$345
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 9 May from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sun, 11 May, priced at S$345 found 6 days ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 9 May - Sun, 11 May
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
S$348 Return, found 6 days ago
S$348
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 9 May from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sun, 11 May, priced at S$348 found 6 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 10 Jul - Thu, 17 Jul
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
S$355 Return, found 4 days ago
S$355
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 10 Jul from Cairns to Sydney, returning Thu, 17 Jul, priced at S$355 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Sun, 10 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
S$358 Return, found 3 days ago
S$358
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sun, 10 Aug from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sun, 17 Aug, priced at S$358 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Sun, 10 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
S$361 Return, found 3 days ago
S$361
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, 10 Aug from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sun, 17 Aug, priced at S$361 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Sun, 10 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
S$363 Return, found 3 days ago
S$363
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, 10 Aug from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sun, 17 Aug, priced at S$363 found 3 days ago
Cairns to Sydney route information
Origin airport
Cairns Intl.
Destination airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
S$299
Distance
1960 km

Perfect flights from Cairns to Sydney

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*Note: Prices may vary based on availability and are subject to change.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Sydney Airport?
If you’re planning on travelling from Cairns Airport to SYD, round-trip journeys start from S$299. This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don’t let a good deal slip through your fingers. Book now and save yourself both money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
When it comes to cancellation fees, every airline has its own terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your getaway, visit our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Mascot Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Cairns Airport to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Cairns Airport to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
You’ll be in the air for a while, as the flight distance from Cairns to Sydney is 1,950 kilometres. Set up a playlist of your favourite tunes before you leave home to stay entertained during the flight.
Which airlines fly direct from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD)?
Whether you need a return or one-way flight, you’ll have your choice of airlines that will fly you straight from CNS to Mascot Airport. These are some of the most popular ones:

  • Jetstar - (JQ) with 95 monthly flights
  • Virgin Australia - (VA) with 78 monthly flights
  • Qantas - (QF) with 56 monthly flights
  • Alliance Airlines - (QQ) with 4 monthly flights

Are Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Mascot Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from CNS to SYD appearing a few weeks before the date of departure. If you’d rather plan ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals regularly — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines quote prices that far in advance.

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