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Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Sydney to Cairns. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
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.
All airlines serving Sydney — Cairns operate daily direct flights: Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly every day.
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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 $82, 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.
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Sydney — Cairns
07/27/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ956
starting at $82
Sydney — Cairns
08/14/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ956
starting at $85
Sydney — Cairns
08/26/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ956
starting at $85
Sydney — Cairns
08/06/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ956
starting at $85
Sydney — Cairns
08/07/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ958
starting at $85
Sydney — Cairns
07/25/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ956
starting at $86
Sydney — Cairns
03/24/2027
Departure
Direct flight
VA1419
starting at $87
Sydney — Cairns
01/29/2027
Departure
Direct flight
VA1413
starting at $87
Sydney — Cairns
09/21/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ958
starting at $90
Sydney — Cairns
08/05/2026
Departure
Direct flight
JQ956
starting at $90
Jetstar
Every day
starting at $113
Virgin Australia
Every day
starting at $109
Qantas
Every day
starting at $167
The cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Cairns according to data for the last 48 hours costs $82
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: August, November, September.
The fastest flights from Sydney to Cairns start from 3 hours in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Sydney — Cairns: Jetstar, Virgin Australia
In different months, ticket prices from Sydney to Cairns vary: minimum — $72 (August 2026), maximum — $179 (July 2026). Typically, the flight costs $93–$102.
Tickets from Sydney to Cairns are getting more expensive each month. From July 2026 to March 2027, the increase reached 42%, with prices now at $104. It's unlikely to get cheaper than the current level.
The most significant price increase was from August 2026 to March 2027 — up 46%. The best time to fly is August 2026–September 2026, when the average price is $77. In July 2026–August 2026, tickets cost around $125.
Given the rising prices, it's best not to delay your purchase. Flying in August 2026–September 2026 can save you up to 38% compared to the most expensive months.
Price variation across months on this route is 35.1%. Your choice of departure month significantly affects the total flight cost.
The cheapest one-way flight from Sydney to Cairns departs on 07/27/2026, is operated by Jetstar and costs $82
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Sydney to Cairns departs on 01/30/2027, is operated by Virgin Australia and costs $172
Fastest flight from Sydney to Cairns takes 3 hours
There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Mo, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Sydney and Cairns is 1966km (1219 miles). The average flight duration is 3h 10m. There are 39 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 3:15 PM
