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Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from US$85 and round-trip from US$176. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from Sydney to Cairns are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport are usually in September, with an average price of US$94. It is best to avoid June, when the average price can reach US$136.

US$136
US$115
US$94
US$73
    Cheapest
  • US$109
    Nov
  • US$102
    Dec
  • US$98
    Jan
  • US$123
    Feb
  • US$111
    Mar
  • US$108
    Apr
  • US$112
    May
  • US$136
    Jun
  • US$100
    Jul
  • US$104
    Aug
  • US$94
    Sep
  • US$105
    Oct

What is the cheapest month to fly return from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly return fares from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, January is often the month to find the lowest fares from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average price of US$264. June is usually the most expensive month, with an average price reaching US$417.

US$417
US$341
US$264
US$188
    Cheapest
  • US$268
    Nov
  • US$308
    Dec
  • US$264
    Jan
  • US$355
    Feb
  • US$292
    Mar
  • US$332
    Apr
  • US$313
    May
  • US$417
    Jun
  • US$314
    Jul
  • US$304
    Aug
  • US$351
    Sep
  • US$355
    Oct

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest departure day from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport is Tuesday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Monday as prices are typically highest on that day.

US$174
US$162
US$149
US$137
  • US$174
    Mon
  • US$149
    Tue
  • US$151
    Wed
  • US$172
    Thu
  • US$167
    Fri
  • US$161
    Sat
  • US$168
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport is Jetstar Airways (from US$85) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From US$85
Virgin Australia
From US$97
Qantas Airways
From US$138
Air Niugini
From US$574

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What is the flight schedule from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Sydney to Cairns and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. JQ950

    06:10

    SYD

    3h 10m

    09:20

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  2. JQ952

    10:30

    SYD

    3h 10m

    13:40

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  3. JQ954

    15:15

    SYD

    3h 10m

    18:25

    CNS

    S M T W T - S
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  4. JQ956

    19:15

    SYD

    3h 10m

    22:25

    CNS

    S - - - - - -
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  5. VA1421

    14:40

    SYD

    3h 5m

    16:45

    CNS

    - - - W T - S
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  6. VA1419

    12:40

    SYD

    3h 15m

    14:55

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  7. VA1413

    08:10

    SYD

    3h 15m

    11:25

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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About Kingsford Smith Airport and Cairns Airport

Learn about Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) and Cairns Airport (CNS) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 1,974.6km
Cheapest one-way ticket price US$85
Cheapest return ticket price US$176

FAQs for Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport takes about 2 hours 40 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 7 daily flights from Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • The earliest flight from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport departs at 06:10, and the last departs at 20:15, with about 11 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around US$233 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Cairns Airport to downtown is about 5km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Cairns Airport (CNS) is Mareeba Airport. The distance is around 36km.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 5387 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport currently start from US$85, and round-trip fares start from US$176. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Sun, Dec 6; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways operate direct flights from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average flight time of 2 hours 39 minutes, and around 50 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport is US$186. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • IndiGo and Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport, with one-way fares starting from US$85. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport operates around 54 weekly flights, mainly by Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
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