Cheap flights from Cairns to New South Wales from $98

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Jetstar Logo
19:25 - 21:40CNS-OOL
2h 15mdirect
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06:40 - 09:10OOL-CNS
2h 30mdirect
$191Jetstar
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Sat, 11 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct
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05:45 - 08:40CNS-SYD
2h 55mdirect
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20:45 - 22:50SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
$210Jetstar
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Wed, 1 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct
Jetstar Logo
18:00 - 21:55CNS-SYD
2h 55mdirect
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06:10 - 08:15SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
$212Jetstar
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Fri, 17 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
Jetstar Logo
18:00 - 21:55CNS-SYD
2h 55mdirect
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20:45 - 22:50SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
$213Jetstar
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Thu, 16 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
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09:00 - 12:55CNS-SYD
2h 55mdirect
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20:25 - 22:30SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
$215Jetstar
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Sat, 10 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan
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05:45 - 09:40CNS-SYD
2h 55mdirect
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20:45 - 22:50SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
$216Jetstar
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Wed, 15 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct
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06:40 - 10:40CNS-SYD
3h 00mdirect
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08:10 - 10:15SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
Thu, 12 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
19:15 - 22:10CNS-SYD
2h 55mdirect
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07:00 - 23:35SYD-CNS
16h 35m1 stop
$334Virgin Australia
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Tue, 30 Sep - Thu, 2 Oct
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14:40 - 20:40CNS-SYD
5h 00m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
12:50 - 14:55SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
$335Virgin Australia
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Tue, 11 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
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17:35 - 21:35CNS-SYD
3h 00mdirect
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14:40 - 16:45SYD-CNS
3h 05mdirect
$358Virgin Australia
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Mon, 10 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov

Jetstar flights from Cairns to New South Wales

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to New South Wales flight tickets
Jetstar
11 Oct
CNS19:25Cairns
2h 15m
OOL21:40Coolangatta Gold Coast
18 Oct
OOL06:40Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 30m
CNS09:10Cairns
Jetstar
1 Oct
CNS05:45Cairns
2h 55m
SYD08:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
14 Oct
SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 05m
CNS22:50Cairns
Jetstar
17 Oct
CNS18:00Cairns
2h 55m
SYD21:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
19 Oct
SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 05m
CNS08:15Cairns

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to New South Wales

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to New South Wales flight tickets
Virgin Australia
30 Sept
CNS19:15Cairns
2h 55m
SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
2 Oct
SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 35m
1 stop
CNS23:35Cairns
Virgin Australia
11 Nov
CNS14:40Cairns
5h 00m
1 stop
SYD20:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
15 Nov
SYD12:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 05m
CNS14:55Cairns
Virgin Australia
19 Sept
CNS19:15Cairns
2h 55m
SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
23 Sept
SYD20:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 40m
1 stop
CNS11:10Cairns

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to New South Wales that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 13 September 2025.
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CairnsCoolangatta

CNS - OOL

CNSOOL

Cairns

Sat 11/10

19:25-21:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 18/10

06:40-09:10

Nonstop2h 30m

$191

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Wed 1/10

05:45-08:40

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

20:45-22:50

Nonstop3h 05m

$210

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Fri 17/10

18:00-21:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/10

06:10-08:15

Nonstop3h 05m

$212

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 16/10

18:00-21:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/10

20:45-22:50

Nonstop3h 05m

$213

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Sat 10/1

09:00-12:55

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/1

20:25-22:30

Nonstop3h 05m

$215

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Wed 15/10

05:45-09:40

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/10

20:45-22:50

Nonstop3h 05m

$216

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 12/3

06:40-10:40

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

08:10-10:15

Nonstop3h 05m

$283

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 30/9

19:15-22:10

Nonstop2h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/10

07:00-23:35

1 stop16h 35m

$334

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Tue 11/11

14:40-20:40

1 stop5h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

12:50-14:55

Nonstop3h 05m

$335

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Mon 10/11

17:35-21:35

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/11

14:40-16:45

Nonstop3h 05m

$358

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to New South Wales

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New South Wales?

The cheapest month to fly to New South Wales from Cairns is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $213, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to New South Wales during the month of March, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $227.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New South Wales?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to New South Wales from Cairns. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $293. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cairns to New South Wales for around $377.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New South Wales?

Flying to New South Wales from Cairns in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $257 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around $2,053. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Cairns to New South Wales flight route?

Fly from Cairns to Sydney Kingsford Smith for the best Cairns - New South Wales flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to New South Wales?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New South Wales from Cairns when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New South Wales for around $293 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New South Wales from Cairns for as low as $221 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cairns to New South Wales flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairns to New South Wales flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to New South Wales flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cairns to New South Wales.

Cheap Cairns to New South Wales flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cairns to New South Wales

Best price found

$160

Fastest flight time

2h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in New South Wales

2 airports
The best one-way flight to New South Wales from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $160. The best return flight deal from Cairns to New South Wales found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $229.
The fastest flight from Cairns to New South Wales takes 2h 15m
Direct flights go from Cairns to New South Wales every day.
There are 2 airports near New South Wales: Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
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    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to New South Wales.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New South Wales?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to New South Wales can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at New South Wales. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from Cairns to New South Wales

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JetstarPriceFrom $127Free cancellationRating
6.5
474 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $148Free cancellationRating
7.5
416 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $189Free cancellationRating
7.5
905 reviews
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