How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 18h 45m and 25h 20m, respectively.

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

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

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

As of August 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from California to Cairns Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Cairns Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport 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 Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from California is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,518, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of August, then departing from California during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,704.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Cairns Airport?
As of August 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from California to Cairns Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Cairns Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport 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 Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Cairns

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $687	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 202 reviews		Search Fiji Airways flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to Cairns?

Finding the right flight to Cairns from California is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Cairns quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from California to Cairns with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Cairns from California with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from California to Cairns?

Once you have performed a search for California to Cairns flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from California to Cairns right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Cairns from California. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.