The flight distance from Cairns International Airport (CNS) in Cairns, Australia to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 1,973 kilometers (1,226 miles / 1,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within Australia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 01:20 in Cairns, it's 02:20 in Sydney.

The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) follows a heading of 343° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Cairns International Airport (CNS) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.