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Flying from Cairns to Sydney: things to know

The most popular route is from Cairns Airport in Cairns to Kingsford Smith Airport in Sydney. On average this flight takes 3 hours 1 minute one way and costs US$640 for the round trip.

Most popular route
Cairns Airport (CNS) to Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)
Average flight time
3 hours 1 minute
Average round-trip price
US$640
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Airlines that fly from Cairns to Sydney

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  • Jetstar Airways
  • Virgin Australia
  • Qantas Airways
  • Regional Express
  • Singapore Airlines
  • Qatar Airways
  • Emirates

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