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Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport Flights Info

Cheapest one-way
TWD 2,770
Jetstar Airways Jetstar Airways 3h · Nonstop Sat, Jan 9
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Cheapest round-trip
TWD 5,642
Jetstar Airways Jetstar Airways 3h 5m · Nonstop Mon, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 16
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When to travel
September
Cheapest

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 TWD 2,770 and round-trip from TWD 5,642. 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.

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 TWD 2,770) among 2 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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

Which month has the lowest one-way flight price from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the average one-way flight prices on Trip.com for flights from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport across different months over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for low one-way flight fares from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport, the best time to book is in September, with an average price of TWD 3,087. Try to avoid June, when prices are highest, averaging around TWD 4,449.

TWD 4,449
TWD 3,768
TWD 3,087
TWD 2,406
    Cheapest
  • TWD 4,041
    Nov
  • TWD 3,328
    Dec
  • TWD 3,227
    Jan
  • TWD 4,035
    Feb
  • TWD 3,653
    Mar
  • TWD 3,532
    Apr
  • TWD 3,668
    May
  • TWD 4,449
    Jun
  • TWD 3,289
    Jul
  • TWD 3,417
    Aug
  • TWD 3,087
    Sep
  • TWD 3,454
    Oct

Which month is the cheapest for round-trip flights from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the average round-trip flight prices on Trip.com for flights from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport across different months over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, November is usually the cheapest month to find flights from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average price of TWD 8,449. In contrast, June is typically the most expensive month, with average prices reaching TWD 13,729.

TWD 13,729
TWD 11,089
TWD 8,449
TWD 5,809
  • TWD 8,449
    Nov
  • TWD 10,128
    Dec
  • TWD 8,681
    Jan
  • TWD 11,681
    Feb
  • TWD 9,598
    Mar
  • TWD 10,912
    Apr
  • TWD 10,301
    May
  • TWD 13,729
    Jun
  • TWD 10,315
    Jul
  • TWD 9,983
    Aug
  • TWD 11,541
    Sep
  • TWD 11,640
    Oct

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

The data is based on the average flight prices on Trip.com from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport across different days of the week over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport is usually Wednesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. Try to avoid departing on Monday, as prices are usually the highest on that day.

TWD 5,778
TWD 5,366
TWD 4,954
TWD 4,542
    Cheapest
  • TWD 5,778
    Mon
  • TWD 4,965
    Tue
  • TWD 4,954
    Wed
  • TWD 5,640
    Thu
  • TWD 5,472
    Fri
  • TWD 5,315
    Sat
  • TWD 5,581
    Sun

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

    6:10 AM

    SYD

    3h 10m

    8:20 AM

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  2. JQ954

    3:15 PM

    SYD

    3h 10m

    5:25 PM

    CNS

    S M T W T - S
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  3. JQ952

    11:30 AM

    SYD

    3h 10m

    1:40 PM

    CNS

    S M T - T F S
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  4. VA1421

    2:40 PM

    SYD

    3h 5m

    4:45 PM

    CNS

    - - - - T - S
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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 39 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 06:20, and the last departs at 15:25, with about 8 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 TWD 8,288 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Cairns Airport to downtown is about 5 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • The closest airport to Cairns Airport (CNS) is Mareeba Airport. The distance is around 36 km.
  • 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 TWD 2,770, and round-trip fares start from TWD 5,642. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Sat, Jan 9; 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 40 minutes, and around 47 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 TWD 5,641. 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 TWD 2,770. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Kingsford Smith Airport to Cairns Airport operates around 48 weekly flights, mainly by Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Kingsford Smith Airport and Cairns Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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