Qantas Airways Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)

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Qantas Airways Flights from SYD to CNS

How much is a Qantas Airways flight from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)?

One-way flights start as little as and there are roundtrips available from . Get in! You can score some sweet deals with Wotif and Qantas Airways.

How many non-stop Qantas Airways flights from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) are there per day?

Qantas Airways flies 5 flights direct every day between Sydney (SYD) and Cairns (CNS).

How far is Sydney (SYD) from Cairns (CNS)?

It’s 1972 km from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS).

What is the best airline to fly from Kingsford Smith Intl.?

At Wotif, we give you all the available options from our reputable partners. Select the airline that best suits your preferences and membership loyalties. You can fly from Kingsford Smith Intl. with: . 

Can I change or cancel my Qantas Airways tickets from Sydney to Cairns on Wotif?

Change of plans? No worries! We’re right here to make things as easy as possible. Check out the Qantas Airways rules and restrictions in your itinerary. You can also use the No Change Fees filter to find flexible plane tickets for future trips. For more information on how to cancel or change your flight on Wotif, visit our customer service portal.

How do I find the best deal on Qantas Airways flights from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)?

Just review and compare all our awesome offers or enter your travel dates to see more terrific deals on Qantas Airways flights from Sydney. And remember you can save even more when you bundle a hotel with your flight as part of a Wotif package. Sweet!

What’s a good way to get cheap Qantas Airways flight tickets from Sydney to Cairns?

We have loads of cheap flights, so just enter your travel dates to see what’s available. If you can be flexible on when you fly, you’ll find even more epic flight deals. So get booking!

What is the cheapest time of year to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)?

The cheapest time of the year for a return trip is . One-way, the cheapest month to fly is . Check our deal cards for details.

How long does it take to fly from SYD to CNS?

It typically takes 1 hours 0 to fly directly from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS).

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