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Cheap Flights from CNS to SYD starting at $87 One Way, $105 Round Trip

Prices starting at $105 for return flights and $87 for one-way flights to Kingsford Smith Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 23
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
$105 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$105
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, Nov 17 from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sat, Nov 23, priced at $105 found 1 day ago
Sun, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 23
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
$122 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, Nov 17 from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sat, Nov 23, priced at $122 found 1 day ago
Sun, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 23
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
$132 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$132
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, Nov 17 from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sat, Nov 23, priced at $132 found 1 day ago
Wed, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 24
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
$143 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, Nov 20 from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sun, Nov 24, priced at $143 found 2 days ago
Sun, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 21
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
$275 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$275
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, Oct 20 from Cairns to Sydney, returning Mon, Oct 21, priced at $275 found 5 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Kingsford Smith Intl.

Airport Hotels near Kingsford Smith Intl.

ibis budget Sydney Airport
ibis budget Sydney Airport
2.5 out of 5
5 Ross Smith Avenue, Mascot, NSW
The price is $69 per night from May 20 to May 21
$69
per night
May 20 - May 21
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,286 reviews)
"good location to airport"

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2024

ibis budget Sydney Airport
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court, Sydney International Airport, Mascot, NSW
The price is $161 per night from May 6 to May 7
$161
per night
May 6 - May 7
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,753 reviews)
"I stayed at Ryder’s during my long layover, and it was superb! Super convenient location, just a short walk across the street from the airport, very modern, clean, quiet hotel, proximity to runways did not bother me at all, I did not hear a thing! Self checkin was a breeze. I would definitely stay ..."

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2024

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel
Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel
4 out of 5
22 Levey Street, Wolli Creek, NSW
The price is $116 per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$116
per night
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Close to airport and had a restaurant"

Reviewed on May 2, 2024

Novotel Sydney International Airport Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Sydney

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
4 out of 5
8 Arrival Court, Sydney International Airport, Mascot, NSW
The price is $161 per night from May 6 to May 7
$161
per night
May 6 - May 7
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,753 reviews)
"I stayed at Ryder’s during my long layover, and it was superb! Super convenient location, just a short walk across the street from the airport, very modern, clean, quiet hotel, proximity to runways did not bother me at all, I did not hear a thing! Self checkin was a breeze. I would definitely stay ..."

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2024

Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is $179 per night from May 19 to May 20
$179
per night
May 19 - May 20
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,760 reviews)
"We were really blown away when we arrived at this hotel after an 11 hour flight. Bellhops and check in staff all in pristine uniforms. It seemed like every guest was dressed in pressed business clothes. Ferraris and BMWs out front. Very fancy. We were in rumpled travel clothes. I don’t even think ..."

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2024

Shangri-La Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is $222 per night from May 10 to May 11
$222
per night
May 10 - May 11
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,125 reviews)
"After my long day out in the beautiful city of Sydney love sleeping in the most comfortable bed. We have partial view of the Opera . I’ll stay again at Four Season Sydney!"

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Sydney Hotels With Airport Transportation

CKS Sydney Airport Hotel
CKS Sydney Airport Hotel
4 out of 5
35 Levey Street, Wolli Creek, NSW
The price is $93 per night from May 5 to May 6
$93
per night
May 5 - May 6
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Near airport while in transit"

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2024

CKS Sydney Airport Hotel
Meriton Suites Mascot Central
Meriton Suites Mascot Central
5 out of 5
8 Jackson Drive, Corner of Kent Rd and Jackson Dr, Mascot, NSW
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,306 reviews)
"Courteous staff. Easy access to transport. Food options."

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2024

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Meriton Suites Mascot Central
Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Airport
Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Airport
4.5 out of 5
17 Bourke Road, Mascot, NSW
The price is $106 per night from May 12 to May 13
$106
per night
May 12 - May 13
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
4 night stay
"Great stay"

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Sydney Hotels

Ibis Budget St Peters
Ibis Budget St Peters
2.5 out of 5
178 Princes Highway, St Peters, NSW
The price is $63 per night from May 8 to May 9
$63
per night
May 8 - May 9
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"Easy check, excellent shower, clean, tidy"

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2024

Ibis Budget St Peters
ibis budget Sydney Airport
ibis budget Sydney Airport
2.5 out of 5
5 Ross Smith Avenue, Mascot, NSW
The price is $69 per night from May 20 to May 21
$69
per night
May 20 - May 21
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,286 reviews)
"good location to airport"

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2024

ibis budget Sydney Airport
ibis budget Sydney Olympic Park
ibis budget Sydney Olympic Park
2.5 out of 5
8 Edwin Flack Avenue, Sydney Olympic Park, NSW
The price is $90 per night from May 5 to May 6
$90
per night
May 5 - May 6
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Very good for a budget"

Reviewed on May 2, 2024

ibis budget Sydney Olympic Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Sydney

Sydney Central Hotel Managed by The Ascott Limited
Sydney Central Hotel Managed by The Ascott Limited
4 out of 5
169-179 Thomas Street, Haymarket, NSW
The price is $117 per night from May 5 to May 6
$117
per night
May 5 - May 6
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, bicycle rentals, extra beds/cribs, laundry

Travelers say...
"Friendly Reception clean spacious room."

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

Sydney Central Hotel Managed by The Ascott Limited
Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour
Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour
4.5 out of 5
100 Murray Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is $139 per night from May 26 to May 27
$139
per night
May 26 - May 27
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, outdoor tennis courts, extra beds/cribs, laundry

Travelers say...
"Great location, very friendly staff with excellent service. Highly recommend dining at the hotel"

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2024

Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour
Rydges Darling Square Apartment Hotel
Rydges Darling Square Apartment Hotel
4 out of 5
72 Liverpool Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is $129 per night from May 13 to May 14
$129
per night
May 13 - May 14
Stay at this 4-star boutique aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,217 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, kitchen, extra beds/cribs

Travelers say...
"No designated area for smokers. Staff were lovely and very helpful"

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

Rydges Darling Square Apartment Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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CNS to SYD Route Info

Origin Airport
Cairns
Destination Airport
Sydney
Number Of Airlines Serving
15
Distance
1225 mi
Shortest Flight Departure Time
4:35PM AEST
Shortest Flight Departure Date
May 11
CNS Address & GPS
Address:
Cairns QLD,
Australia
IATA Code:
CNS
Longitude:
145.754041
Latitude:
-16.876538
Time Zone:
Australia/Brisbane
SYD Address & GPS
Address:
Sydney NSW,
Australia
IATA Code:
SYD
Longitude:
151.179898
Latitude:
-33.932922
Time Zone:
Australia/Sydney

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Cairns, QLD Airport (CNS-Cairns Intl.) to Sydney, NSW Airport (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.) now?
The Covid-19 Travel Advisor can answer all your queries about travel restrictions and quarantine when taking a flight from Cairns, QLD Airport (CNS-Cairns Intl.) to Sydney, NSW Airport (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.).
Are there non-stop flights from CNS to Sydney, NSW Airport (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)?
Whether you’re traveling from Cairns, QLD Airport (CNS-Cairns Intl.) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) for work purposes or you’re taking off on a dream vacation, you’ll probably want to get there as fast as possible. Luckily, several airlines offer direct flights. Jetstar and Virgin Australia are two that come with first-rate reviews.
What is the shortest flight from Cairns, QLD Airport (CNS-Cairns Intl.) to Sydney Airport?
Take the opportunity to chill out on your trip from Mooroobool to Prospect. The fastest flight time from CNS to Sydney Airport is 5 hours and 22 minutes, which gives you lots of time to enjoy a wine or get swept up in a good movie.
How many hours flight from Cairns, QLD Airport (CNS-Cairns Intl.) to Mascot Airport?
Get nice and comfortable, because the average flight time from Cairns, QLD Airport (CNS-Cairns Intl.) to Sydney Airport is 5 hours and 24 minutes. Watch a few movies, get stuck into that book … You’ll have enough time to kick back and enjoy the ride.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to Sydney, NSW Airport (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to Sydney, NSW Airport (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.) have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to Sydney, NSW Airport (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.) with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to Sydney, NSW Airport (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.) without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What airlines have the most flights from Cairns, QLD Airport (CNS-Cairns Intl.) to Sydney Airport?
What do you consider when deciding which airline to fly with — free in-flight entertainment? Fares that are easy on your credit card? There are several carriers with flights between Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) and Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to choose from. Check out Virgin Australia (VA), one of the more well-known options which has 21 flights every month. Jetstar (JQ) also operates services from Mooroobool to Prospect. It’s another popular choice and offers 71 flights each month.

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