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Air distance is about 1,973 km. 2 airlines operate this route.
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| Fastest flight duration | 3h 0m · Virgin Australia |
|---|---|
| First departure of the day | 06:00 · Qantas Airways |
| Last departure of the day | 19:50 · Virgin Australia |
| Flight options found | 80 |
| Direct / non-stop options | 4 |
| Airport codes | Cairns–CNS, Sydney–SYD |
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The search for Thu, 29 Oct found 80 flight options, 4 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 19:50. The fastest flight takes about 3h 0m.
Lowest fare by departure window: Afternoon from A$279, Morning from A$346, Evening from A$786. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Sydney is best understood from both the harbour and the coast. Circular Quay places the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and ferries in one compact area, while Bondi needs a separate beach outing. The Royal Botanic Garden gives a quieter walk near the waterfront. Travellers from India can reach central stations quickly from the airport by train. Check the arrival terminal and hotel station before buying a ticket, and leave room for weather changes on any coastal walk.
Circular Quay is a convenient base when harbour ferries, the Opera House and The Rocks are the main priorities. Accommodation near Central Station suits an itinerary involving rail connections and a wider spread of neighbourhoods. Bondi is a different choice, placing the beach first and requiring an additional trip for the harbour sights.
The new Sydney Fish Market opened at Blackwattle Bay in January 2026, adding a purpose-built waterfront destination for seafood shopping and dining. Treat it as a distinct outing from Circular Quay rather than assuming the two waterfront locations sit beside one another. A harbour day can instead connect The Rocks, the Opera House forecourt and the Royal Botanic Garden on foot.
Sydney Airport has separate international and domestic railway stations. Match the station to the terminal when returning for a flight, especially after a domestic connection. A group comparing a train with a taxi should account for the airport station access charge in the rail total.
Bondi's coast deserves its own stretch of the itinerary. Combining the beach, Fish Market and a ferry ride in one afternoon creates three separate transport legs. For two nights, choosing a harbour day and one coastal or market outing leaves more time at each waterfront destination.
September to November or March to May, roughly 15–25°C, for harbour and coastal walks.
By Air: Sydney Airport (SYD) is about 8 km from the central business district; Airport Link trains reach central stations in about 13 minutes. Buses, taxis and booked cars also operate.
By Rail: Airport trains connect to Sydney’s suburban network and Central Station for longer routes.
By Road: Airport buses, taxis and booked cars serve the city; intercity coaches use central terminals.
Walk around the Sydney Opera House.
Take a ferry from Circular Quay.
Explore The Rocks and Harbour Bridge approaches.
Visit a patrolled beach at Bondi.
Sydney Airport (SYD). Terminal 1 handles international flights, including services to and from India; Terminal 2 is a domestic terminal and Terminal 3 serves Qantas domestic flights. Terminal 1 is separate from the domestic complex, with road and rail transfer options between them.
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There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Cairns to Sydney dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Thursday at A$279. This can change from week to week.
The direct air distance between Cairns (CNS) and Sydney (SYD) is about 1,973 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Yes. 4 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Cairns to Sydney. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
The quickest non-stop Cairns to Sydney flight on this page takes about 3h. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
The lowest Cairns to Sydney fare on this page is A$279. Fares on the same dates run up to A$1,330, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 06:00 and the last around 19:50, local time at Cairns. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Check the airport codes CNS–SYD, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.
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The CNS to SYD cards above show selected flight options. Airline prices and seat availability can move quickly, so the final fare is rechecked in the booking flow.
Approx route distance: 1,972.68 km.
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| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare | A$279 | 29/10/2026 | Virgin Australia | 17:35 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | A$274 | 06/11/2026 | Virgin Australia | 17:35 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | A$265 | 05/01/2027 | Virgin Australia | 17:35 |
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The aerial distance between Cairns and Sydney is about 1,973 KM. In these results, journey times range from 3h to 24h 35m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
The search for these dates returned 80 flight options, 4 of them non-stop. The first departure from Cairns is at 06:00 and the last is at 19:50. Flights leave from Cairns and land at Kingsford Smith.
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | Cairns to Sydney |
| Aerial Distance | 1,973 KM |
| Flight Duration | 3h - 24h 35m |
| Airport Codes | Cairns - CNS, Sydney - SYD |
| Total Flights Available | 80 flights4 direct76 with layovers |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 06:00 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 19:50 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 23 flights0 direct23 with layovers |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 39 flights1 direct38 with layovers |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 11 flights2 direct9 with layovers |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | 7 flights1 direct6 with layovers |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | No flights in this time slot |
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