How often are flights from Cairns to Sydney delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Cairns and Sydney have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 97 minutes.

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

According to our data, Virgin Australia has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

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

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

183 flights are operational weekly from Cairns to Sydney as of May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Sun, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

As of May 2026, there are 26 flights per day flying from Cairns to Sydney. The most common time of day flights depart is 1:00p.m., with 56% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

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

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

C$ 116 Cheap Flights from Cairns to Sydney in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from C$ 343 to C$ 211. The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 189.

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6:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

CNS

SYD

3h 00mdirect

7:15 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.

SYD

CNS

3h 10mdirect

C$ 189Jetstar

Wed, 22 Jul - Wed, 12 Aug

6:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

CNS

SYD

3h 00mdirect

6:10 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.

SYD

CNS

3h 10mdirect

C$ 220Jetstar

Wed, 17 Jun - Mon, 22 Jun

7:10 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.

CNS

SYD

2h 55mdirect

6:10 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.

SYD

CNS

3h 10mdirect

C$ 223Jetstar

Thu, 11 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun

6:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

CNS

SYD

3h 00mdirect

7:15 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.

SYD

CNS

3h 10mdirect

C$ 242Jetstar

Wed, 22 Jul - Mon, 31 Aug

6:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

CNS

SYD

3h 00mdirect

3:15 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.

SYD

CNS

3h 10mdirect

C$ 243Jetstar

Thu, 28 May - Sat, 30 May

6:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

CNS

SYD

3h 00mdirect

6:10 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.

SYD

CNS

3h 10mdirect

C$ 276Jetstar

Fri, 5 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun

6:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

CNS

SYD

3h 00mdirect

6:10 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.

SYD

CNS

3h 10mdirect

C$ 280Jetstar

Sun, 7 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun

6:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

CNS

SYD

3h 00mdirect

6:10 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.

SYD

CNS

3h 10mdirect

C$ 298Jetstar

Thu, 28 May - Wed, 3 Jun

3:35 p.m. - 9:05 p.m.

CNS

SYD

5h 30m

1 stop

3:15 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.

SYD

CNS

3h 10mdirect

C$ 306Jetstar

Thu, 28 May - Sat, 30 May

3:35 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.

CNS

SYD

6h 40m

1 stop

6:10 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.

SYD

CNS

3h 10mdirect

C$ 328Jetstar

Thu, 28 May - Wed, 3 Jun

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Sydney

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to Sydney flight tickets

Virgin Australia

13 May

CNS9:20 a.m.Cairns

8h 20m

1 stop

SYD5:40 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

15 May

SYD6:30 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

4h 50m

1 stop

CNS11:20 p.m.Cairns

C$ 425

Virgin Australia

5 Jun

CNS11:50 a.m.Cairns

6h 20m

1 stop

SYD6:10 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

12 Jun

SYD8:00 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

5h 10m

1 stop

CNS1:10 p.m.Cairns

C$ 429

Virgin Australia

1 Jul

CNS6:00 a.m.Cairns

4h 40m

1 stop

SYD10:40 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

8 Jul

SYD4:00 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

7h 20m

1 stop

CNS11:20 p.m.Cairns

C$ 431

Jetstar flights from Cairns to Sydney

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to Sydney flight tickets

Jetstar

22 Jul

CNS6:45 a.m.Cairns

3h 00m

SYD9:45 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

12 Aug

SYD7:15 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

3h 10m

CNS10:25 p.m.Cairns

C$ 189

Jetstar

17 Jun

CNS6:45 a.m.Cairns

3h 00m

SYD9:45 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

22 Jun

SYD6:10 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

3h 10m

CNS9:20 a.m.Cairns

C$ 220

Jetstar

11 Jun

CNS7:10 p.m.Cairns

2h 55m

SYD10:05 p.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

14 Jun

SYD6:10 a.m.Sydney Kingsford Smith

3h 10m

CNS9:20 a.m.Cairns

C$ 223

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CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Wed 22/7

6:45 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/8

7:15 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

C$ 189

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Wed 17/6

6:45 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 22/6

6:10 a.m.-9:20 a.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

C$ 220

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CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 11/6

7:10 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/6

6:10 a.m.-9:20 a.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

C$ 223

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Wed 22/7

6:45 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

7:15 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

C$ 242

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 28/5

6:45 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/5

3:15 p.m.-6:25 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

C$ 243

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Fri 5/6

6:45 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/6

6:10 a.m.-9:20 a.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

C$ 276

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Sun 7/6

6:45 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/6

6:10 a.m.-9:20 a.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

C$ 280

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 28/5

6:45 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

6:10 a.m.-9:20 a.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

C$ 298

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 28/5

3:35 p.m.-9:05 p.m.

1 stop5h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/5

3:15 p.m.-6:25 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

C$ 306

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 28/5

3:35 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

1 stop6h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

6:10 a.m.-9:20 a.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

C$ 328

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of June, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of C$ 216.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Cairns when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around C$ 272 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Cairns for as low as C$ 165 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to Sydney flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cairns to Sydney.

How have Cairns to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for Cairns to Sydney flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cairns to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cairns to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	4h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Sydney	1 airport

The fastest flight from Cairns to Sydney takes 4h 50m

Direct flights go from Cairns to Sydney every day.

There is 1 airport in Sydney. From Cairns there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cairns to Sydney

How far is Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
The distance between Cairns and Sydney Kingsford Smith is about 1960.5 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 4h 50m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to Sydney?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Cairns to Sydney is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 35.70% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 30.95%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 24.97%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 2.67%.

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