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In different months, ticket prices from Sydney to Cairns vary: minimum — $86 (November 2026), maximum — $118 (July 2026). Typically, the flight costs $100–$203.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Sydney to Cairns:
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Flight costs from Sydney to Cairns climb toward the middle of the period, then start to drop. By choosing the right dates, you can save noticeably.
Prices rise from April 2026 to July 2026 (+28%), then decline from July 2026 to November 2026 (27%). The cheapest tickets are in April 2026–May 2026 (averaging $94), while the priciest are in July 2026–October 2026 ($112).
For savings, plan your flight for April 2026–May 2026 — you could save up to 16%. Try to avoid July 2026–October 2026 when possible: prices are at their highest then.
Price spread on this route is 11.3%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.
The Sydney — Cairns route is served by multiple airlines, including Jetstar and Virgin Australia. This is convenient for those who want the best balance of price, schedule, and travel conditions. Tickets start from $79, and depending on season and promotions, even better deals may appear. With our service, you can easily compare available options and book tickets that match your plans. The variety of carriers allows flexible choices and comfortable travel without overpaying.
starting at $79
starting at $115
Sydney — Cairns
04/25/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ950
starting at $79
Sydney — Cairns
05/09/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ950
starting at $83
Sydney — Cairns
05/14/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ954
starting at $84
Sydney — Cairns
05/08/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ950
starting at $100
Sydney — Cairns
09/02/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ956
starting at $102
Sydney — Cairns
11/09/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VA1413
starting at $115
Sydney — Cairns
10/27/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VA1413
starting at $116
Sydney — Cairns
11/07/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VA1419
starting at $116
Sydney — Cairns
05/19/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ950
starting at $117
Sydney — Cairns
09/21/2026
Departure
Direct flight
VA1413
starting at $121
The cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Cairns according to data for the last 48 hours costs $79
Often the best time to buy tickets from Sydney to Cairns is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Sydney to Cairns can be found flying in these months: November, April, May.
The fastest flights from Sydney to Cairns start from 3 hours 5 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Sydney — Cairns: Jetstar, Virgin Australia
Jetstar
Every day
starting at $127
The cheapest one-way flight from Sydney to Cairns departs on 04/25/2026, is operated by Jetstar and costs $79
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Sydney to Cairns departs on 05/14/2026, is operated by Jetstar and costs $185
Fastest flight from Sydney to Cairns takes 3h 5m
There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Sydney and Cairns is 1966km (1219 miles). The average flight duration is 3h 4m. There are 40 direct flights from Sydney to Cairns. Sydney and Cairns are in the same time zone. Flights from Sydney begin at 6:10 AM. The latest flight from Sydney departs at 3:25 PM
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Sydney to Cairns, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
