Cheap Flights from Cairns to Sydney
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Cheapest Time of Year to Fly from Cairns to Sydney
Return fares from Cairns to Sydney by month, based on the cheapest return airfares found for each month.
The cheapest month to fly to Sydney is August 2026, with return fares from $198 — 40% cheaper than the most expensive month (November 2026, from $330).
When Should You Fly to Sydney?
Based on the fares we've tracked, August is typically the cheapest month to fly to Sydney, with return fares from $198. November is the most expensive month, with the cheapest return fares around $330.
Across the year, return fares to Sydney average around $270. If you can travel in the off-peak months of August, February and November, you'll generally pay up to 27% less than the yearly average.
Cheapest Cairns to Sydney Return Prices
These are the cheapest prices for Cairns to Sydney return airfares.
Average Cairns to Sydney Return Prices
These are the average prices for Cairns to Sydney return airfares.
Frequently Asked Questions about flying from Cairns to Sydney
When is the cheapest time to travel from Cairns to Sydney?The cheapest month to travel is typically August.
How much do return flights from Cairns to Sydney cost?The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Sydney is $214.
What is the cheapest date to fly from Cairns to Sydney?Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight from Cairns to Sydney is 15 January 2027.
What is the cheapest airline that flys from Cairns to Sydney?Currently, the cheapest airline that flys from Cairns to Sydney is Virgin Australia.
Which airlines fly direct from Cairns to Sydney?Jetstar, ANA, Alliance Air Pty and Virgin Australia fly direct.
How long does a direct flight from Cairns to Sydney take?The shortest direct flight usually takes 2 hours and 55 minutes.
What is the IATA airport code for Sydney?The IATA code for Sydney is SYD. It is located in Australia at coordinates -33.93474, 151.166.
When should you book flights to Sydney?From our data, you should book flights to Sydney 30 days out.
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