CairnsSydneyNonstop Flight TimeCNS–SYD
Cairns (Cairns Airport) to Sydney (Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport).
The nonstop flight from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD) takes 2h 32m on average, covering about 1,226 miles. Across 12 flights we tracked, the fastest was 2h 20m and the slowest 2h 42m, with Jetstar Airways flying it most often.
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| Avg flight time | Distance | Route type | Fastest tracked | Airlines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2h 32m | 1,226 mi | Nonstop | 2h 20m | 2 |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Cairns to Sydney
Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Qantas operate 6-7/day flights from CNS to SYD.
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Australia | 2-3/day | Boeing 737 · Seat map | — |
| Jetstar | 2-3/day | Airbus A320 family · Seat map | — |
| Qantas | 1-2/day |
Aircraft we tracked
Flying the other way?
SYD to CNS flight time (3 tracked flights) →Flight times usually differ by direction — jet-stream winds make eastbound crossings faster than westbound ones.
Methodology: figures are aggregated from 12 real flights on this route, sourced from live flight data. Updated daily as new flights are observed.
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Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Cairns to Sydney?
The nonstop flight from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD) takes 2h 32m on average. The fastest flight we have tracked took 2h 20m and the slowest 2h 42m.
How far is Cairns from Sydney?
Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD) is about 1,226 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Cairns to Sydney?
Yes. Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Qantas fly nonstop from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD), with 6-7/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Cairns to Sydney?
Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Qantas fly nonstop from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD).
What aircraft fly from Cairns to Sydney?
The CNS–SYD route is flown with Airbus A320 family, Airbus A330, Boeing 737.