CNS to SYD: Distance and Flight Time
The distance from Cairns International Airport (CNS) to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) is 1,974 km (1,226 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 3h, heading south. The distance is the same in either direction (SYD to CNS).
How far is it from Cairns to Sydney (Mascot)?
The great-circle distance between Cairns International Airport (CNS) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) is 1,974 km (1,226 mi, 1,066 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.
How long is the flight from CNS to SYD?
A nonstop flight typically takes about 3h. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. SYD is roughly south of CNS.
Airlines flying CNS to SYD
5 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:
Frequently asked questions
How far is Cairns from Sydney (Mascot)?
Cairns International Airport (CNS) and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) are 1,974 km (1,226 mi, 1,066 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.
How long is the flight from CNS to SYD?
A typical nonstop flight between CNS and SYD takes about 3h. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.
What direction is SYD from CNS?
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) lies roughly south of Cairns International Airport (CNS).
Which airlines fly CNS to SYD?
5 airlines appear on the CNS-SYD route in the open dataset, including American Airlines, Jetstar Airways, Qantas.
Related routes
Other routes from Cairns (CNS):
Other routes from Sydney (Mascot) (SYD):
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