What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to California?

Fiji Airways, Air Canada, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to California

Which airlines fly to California?

Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Cairns according to our data. Fiji Airways is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to California?

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to California?

As of August 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to California.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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06:00 - 16:29CNS-LAX

28h 29m2 stops

12:50 - 13:50LAX-CNS

32h 00m2 stops

$1,341

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Tue, 25 Nov - Sun, 22 Mar

06:00 - 14:15CNS-LAX

26h 15m1 stop

22:25 - 11:50LAX-CNS

20h 25m1 stop

$1,412Qantas Airways

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Tue, 25 Nov - Sun, 22 Mar

06:00 - 13:24CNS-LAX

25h 24m2 stops

12:50 - 14:55LAX-CNS

32h 05m2 stops

$1,421Air Canada

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Wed, 26 Nov - Sat, 29 Nov

17:35 - 10:39CNS-SFO

35h 04m2 stops

18:53 - 14:00SFO-CNS

25h 07m2 stops

$1,427Air Canada

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Fri, 14 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

06:00 - 12:50CNS-SFO

23h 50m2 stops

22:05 - 20:55SFO-CNS

29h 50m2 stops

$1,511Air New Zealand

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Tue, 9 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep

06:00 - 12:50CNS-SFO

23h 50m2 stops

22:05 - 10:45SFO-CNS

19h 40m1 stop

$1,551Air New Zealand

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Tue, 9 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep

23:55 - 06:50CNS-LAX

24h 55m1 stop

22:35 - 16:40LAX-CNS

25h 05m2 stops

$1,573Virgin Australia

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Tue, 25 Nov - Sun, 22 Mar

23:55 - 12:27CNS-LAX

30h 32m2 stops

22:40 - 14:55LAX-CNS

22h 15m1 stop

$1,955Virgin Australia

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Wed, 26 Nov - Sat, 29 Nov

06:00 - 12:27CNS-LAX

24h 27m2 stops

22:40 - 14:55LAX-CNS

22h 15m1 stop

$1,970United Airlines

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Wed, 26 Nov - Sat, 29 Nov

06:00 - 07:36CNS-LAX

43h 36m2 stops

13:45 - 14:55LAX-CNS

31h 10m2 stops

$2,286United Airlines

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Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to California

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cairns to California flight tickets

Qantas Airways

25 Nov

CNS06:00Cairns

26h 15m

1 stop

LAX14:15Los Angeles

22 Mar

LAX22:25Los Angeles

20h 25m

1 stop

CNS11:50Cairns

$1,412

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Qantas Airways

11 Dec

CNS17:35Cairns

38h 40m

1 stop

LAX14:15Los Angeles

21 Jan

LAX20:50Los Angeles

26h 00m

1 stop

CNS16:50Cairns

$1,675

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Qantas Airways

20 Sept

CNS09:20Cairns

22h 05m

2 stops

LAX14:25Los Angeles

27 Sept

LAX23:10Los Angeles

24h 30m

2 stops

CNS16:40Cairns

$1,902

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Air Canada flights from Cairns to California

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Air Canada

26 Nov

CNS06:00Cairns

25h 24m

2 stops

LAX13:24Los Angeles

29 Nov

LAX12:50Los Angeles

32h 05m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

$1,421

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Air Canada

14 Nov

CNS17:35Cairns

35h 04m

2 stops

SFO10:39San Francisco

18 Nov

SFO18:53San Francisco

25h 07m

2 stops

CNS14:00Cairns

$1,427

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Air Canada

26 Nov

CNS06:00Cairns

23h 48m

2 stops

LAX11:48Los Angeles

29 Nov

LAX14:10Los Angeles

30h 45m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

$1,585

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Depart

Return

Price

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 25/11

06:00-16:29

2 stops28h 29m

Los Angeles

Sun 22/3

12:50-13:50

2 stops32h 00m

$1,341

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 25/11

06:00-14:15

1 stop26h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 22/3

22:25-11:50

1 stop20h 25m

$1,412

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 26/11

06:00-13:24

2 stops25h 24m

Los Angeles

Sat 29/11

12:50-14:55

2 stops32h 05m

$1,421

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Fri 14/11

17:35-10:39

2 stops35h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

18:53-14:00

2 stops25h 07m

$1,427

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 9/9

06:00-12:50

2 stops23h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 21/9

22:05-20:55

2 stops29h 50m

$1,511

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Tue 9/9

06:00-12:50

2 stops23h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 21/9

22:05-10:45

1 stop19h 40m

$1,551

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 25/11

23:55-06:50

1 stop24h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 22/3

22:35-16:40

2 stops25h 05m

$1,573

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 26/11

23:55-12:27

2 stops30h 32m

Los Angeles

Sat 29/11

22:40-14:55

1 stop22h 15m

$1,955

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 26/11

06:00-12:27

2 stops24h 27m

Los Angeles

Sat 29/11

22:40-14:55

1 stop22h 15m

$1,970

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 11/12

06:00-07:36

2 stops43h 36m

Los Angeles

Wed 21/1

13:45-14:55

2 stops31h 10m

$2,286

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from Cairns is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,189, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit California in September, then you should wait until May to fly from Cairns, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,191.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to California from Cairns is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $1,508. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Cairns to California on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,251. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

Flying to California from Cairns in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,567 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,982. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Cheap Cairns to California flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cairns to California

Best price found	$532
Fastest flight time	16h 40m
Direct flights	None
Airports in California	3 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $532. The best return flight deal from Cairns to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,341.

The fastest flight from Cairns to California takes 16h 40m

There are no direct flights from Cairns to California. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Cairns Airport - San Francisco Airport and Cairns Airport - Los Angeles Airport.

There are 3 airports near California: Los Angeles (LAX), Long Beach Municipal (LGB), San Francisco (SFO)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to California?
As of August 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Cairns to California

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $893	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 202 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,251	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 502 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,480	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 887 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,523	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 411 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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