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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Cork? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cork.$589 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Cork.Price includes taxes and charges.From $589, select.
Cork.$626 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Sydney on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Cork.Price includes taxes and charges.From $626, select.
Cork.$674 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Cork.Price includes taxes and charges.From $674, select.
Cork.$691 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Sydney on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Cork.Price includes taxes and charges.From $691, select.
Cork.$706 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Cork.Price includes taxes and charges.From $706, select.
Cork.$710 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Cork.Price includes taxes and charges.From $710, select.
Cork.$828 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Sydney on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Cork.Price includes taxes and charges.From $828, select.
Cork.$862 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Cork.Price includes taxes and charges.From $862, select.
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Cheapest deal$1,333
Cheapest monthFebruary
Most popular airlineBritish Airways

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Cork

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Cork flights are currently cheapest in January.
Dec
from $901
Jan
from $589
Feb
from $626
Mar
from $675
Apr
from $1,068
May
from $692
Jun
from $707
Jul
from $711
Aug
from $863
Sep
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Oct
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Nov
from $829

Sydney to Cork: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Cork below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cork.

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Cork: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Cork is $1,331. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Cork. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,331.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Cork.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Cork is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Cork Airport on Sunday, 15 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Cork Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cork but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cork is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cork.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know

  • Cork's timezone is UTC+0, making Cork 11 hours behind Sydney.

  • Your SYD to ORK flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Cork Airport (ORK)

  • At the moment, $589 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cork Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,331. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to ORK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cork Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from SYD to ORK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cork Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Of all flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on time at their destination.

  • To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cork Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to ORK if you're catching a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cork Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Grab a Cork Airport rental car and explore Cork and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are leading providers to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Cork Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork

  • Cork Airport to central Cork has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cork Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Cork. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cork Airport for July if you'd like to go to Cork during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from SYD to ORK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

Explore more of Ireland

  • Dublin is just one of the many cities in Ireland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Cork. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle.

  • Tallaght is another must-experience destination in Ireland and is around 209 kilometres north-east of Cork. No trip is complete without visiting Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet.

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