Direct flights from Sydney to Cairns (SYD → CNS)

Distance 1,972 km (1,225 mi)
Est. duration 2h 19m
SYD
Sydney
Kingsford Smith International Airport, Australia
CNS
Cairns
Cairns International, Australia
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Virgin AustraliaNon-stop
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Frequently asked questions

How far is the flight from Sydney to Cairns? The flight distance from SYD to CNS is approximately 1,972 km (1,225 miles).
How long is the flight from SYD to CNS? The estimated flight time from Sydney to Cairns is approximately 2h 19m.
What airlines fly from SYD to CNS? Airlines operating direct flights from Sydney to Cairns include: JQ, QF, VA.

Cheapest fares Sydney → Cairns

Sydney SYD
Cairns CNS
May from $142 June from $96 July from $98 August — September from $106 October from $123

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Try a nearby airport to Sydney

Flights to Cairns (CNS) from other airports within 350 km of Sydney. Often unlocks cheaper fares or better times.

NTL → CNS 140 km from SYD Newcastle → Cairns Australia · 9 destinations OAG → CNS 200 km from SYD Orange → Cairns Australia · 5 destinations CBR → CNS 238 km from SYD Canberra → Cairns Australia · 12 destinations DBO → CNS 309 km from SYD Dubbo → Cairns Australia · 7 destinations

Or try a nearby airport to Cairns

Flights from Sydney (SYD) to other airports within 350 km of Cairns.

SYD → TSV 286 km from CNS Sydney → Townsville Australia · 12 destinations

Other flights from Sydney (SYD)

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Other flights from Cairns (CNS)

Adelaide (ADL) Alice Springs (ASP) Auckland (AKL) Aurukun (AUU) Ayers Rock (AYQ) Bamaga (ABM) Brisbane (BNE) Christchurch (CHC) All 36 destinations →