
Popular airlines from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Sydney Airport (SYD)
- Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
- Jetstar
Jetstar
- Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
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Cheap flights from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD)
Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $101 for one-way flights and CA $240 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.










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Travel information
Travel information
Origin airport | Cairns Intl. |
Destination airport | Kingsford Smith Intl. |
Airlines serving | Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia |
Roundtrip price | CA $239 |
Distance | 1960 km |
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