Emirates EK5281 Flight Status Today

Domestic flight Emirates EK5281 takes off from Sydney (SYD) Australia to Cairns (CNS) Australia. It's operated by Emirates. The plane leaves Sydney Airport at 14:10 31 December 2025 Australia/Sydney. The flight is expected to land at Cairns Airport at 16:15 31 December 2025 Australia/Brisbane. The flight will last about 2 hours 58 minutes.

Current status of EK5281 is Arrived On time

EK5281 - UAE5281 Emirates (EK)
SYD Sydney Australia
Flight SYD to CNS
CNS Cairns Australia
Arrived On time
Departure Sydney Airport
IATA: SYDICAO: YSSY
Scheduled 14:10 31 December 2025
Actual 14:09 31 December 2025
3 None
Arrival Cairns Airport
IATA: CNSICAO: YBCS
Scheduled 16:15 31 December 2025
Actual 16:07 31 December 2025
2 None
EK5281 Detail
  • Type: Domestic Flight
  • Code Shares: CX 9095, CZ 7562, HA 3552, MU 4098, NZ 7450
  • Flight Duration: 2 hours 58 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 1966 kms / 1222 miles
Airline
  • Emirates
  • IATA: EK
  • ICAO: UAE
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 54
  • Freight capacity: 3.5 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Shuttle, Premium Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2
  • Callsign: UAE5281
  • Departure Timezone: Australia/Sydney
  • Arrival Timezone: Australia/Brisbane
  • Current Time in Sydney: Wednesday 2025-12-31 20:59 PM
  • Current Time in Cairns: Wednesday 2025-12-31 19:59 PM

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Emirates Flight EK5281 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Emirates EK5281 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 2 hour(s) 58 minutes, with the flight distance of 1966 km (1222 miles).

What is the current status of Emirates EK5281 flight?

The current status of flight Emirates EK5281 is Arrived On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Emirates EK5281 flight?

All Emirates EK5281 flights are operated using Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2 aircraft.

When does the flight Emirates EK5281 arrive?

Flight Emirates EK5281 arrives at 16:15.

Which terminal the flight Emirates EK5281 is arriving at?

Flight Emirates EK5281 arrives in Cairns Airport at Terminal 2.

How many Emirates EK5281 flights are operated a week?

7 flights per week. The Flight Emirates EK5281 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday .