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

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

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 23h 15m and 24h 58m, 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 September 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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22:45 - 19:50LAX-CNS

27h 05m2 stops

06:00 - 11:50CNS-LAX

23h 50m2 stops

$1,547Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 8 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov

22:45 - 11:35LAX-CNS

18h 50m1 stop

12:35 - 11:50CNS-LAX

17h 15m1 stop

$1,623Fiji Airways

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Thu, 6 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov

11:25 - 09:55SFO-CNS

28h 30m1 stop

11:25 - 16:05CNS-SFO

22h 40m1 stop

$1,767Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 1 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan

20:05 - 16:50LAX-CNS

27h 45m2 stops

14:55 - 13:20CNS-LAX

39h 25m2 stops

$1,800Air New Zealand

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Sat, 14 Mar - Sat, 2 May

11:25 - 09:55SFO-CNS

28h 30m1 stop

11:25 - 16:05CNS-SFO

22h 40m1 stop

$2,077Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 8 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan

22:25 - 11:50LAX-CNS

20h 25m1 stop

11:50 - 16:40CNS-LAX

21h 50m1 stop

$2,088Qantas Airways

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Tue, 17 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr

21:50 - 11:00LAX-CNS

20h 10m1 stop

15:35 - 16:40CNS-LAX

18h 05m1 stop

$2,118American Airlines

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Sat, 14 Mar - Sat, 2 May

19:05 - 14:05LAX-CNS

25h 00m2 stops

17:00 - 17:43CNS-LAX

42h 43m3 stops

$2,155Air New Zealand

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Sat, 8 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov

20:50 - 14:05LAX-CNS

23h 15m1 stop

11:35 - 06:05CNS-LAX

36h 30m2 stops

$2,245Qantas Airways

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Wed, 19 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov

06:00 - 11:00SJC-CNS

35h 00m2 stops

15:35 - 20:49CNS-SJC

47h 14m2 stops

$4,485American Airlines

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Qantas Airways

17 Mar

LAX22:25Los Angeles

20h 25m

1 stop

CNS11:50Cairns

1 Apr

CNS11:50Cairns

21h 50m

1 stop

LAX16:40Los Angeles

$2,088

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Qantas Airways

19 Nov

LAX20:50Los Angeles

23h 15m

1 stop

CNS14:05Cairns

30 Nov

CNS11:35Cairns

36h 30m

2 stops

LAX06:05Los Angeles

$2,245

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Qantas Airways

19 Nov

LAX20:50Los Angeles

20h 10m

1 stop

CNS11:00Cairns

30 Nov

CNS15:35Cairns

32h 30m

2 stops

LAX06:05Los Angeles

$2,259

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Air New Zealand

14 Mar

LAX20:05Los Angeles

27h 45m

2 stops

CNS16:50Cairns

2 May

CNS14:55Cairns

39h 25m

2 stops

LAX13:20Los Angeles

$1,800

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8 Nov

LAX19:05Los Angeles

25h 00m

2 stops

CNS14:05Cairns

15 Nov

CNS17:00Cairns

42h 43m

3 stops

LAX17:43Los Angeles

$2,155

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Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sat 8/11

22:45-19:50

2 stops27h 05m

Cairns

Sat 15/11

06:00-11:50

2 stops23h 50m

$1,547

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LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Thu 6/11

22:45-11:35

1 stop18h 50m

Cairns

Sat 22/11

12:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

$1,623

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

11:25-09:55

1 stop28h 30m

Cairns

Tue 13/1

11:25-16:05

1 stop22h 40m

$1,767

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sat 14/3

20:05-16:50

2 stops27h 45m

Cairns

Sat 2/5

14:55-13:20

2 stops39h 25m

$1,800

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Thu 8/1

11:25-09:55

1 stop28h 30m

Cairns

Thu 22/1

11:25-16:05

1 stop22h 40m

$2,077

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Tue 17/3

22:25-11:50

1 stop20h 25m

Cairns

Wed 1/4

11:50-16:40

1 stop21h 50m

$2,088

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sat 14/3

21:50-11:00

1 stop20h 10m

Cairns

Sat 2/5

15:35-16:40

1 stop18h 05m

$2,118

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sat 8/11

19:05-14:05

2 stops25h 00m

Cairns

Sat 15/11

17:00-17:43

3 stops42h 43m

$2,155

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Wed 19/11

20:50-14:05

1 stop23h 15m

Cairns

Sun 30/11

11:35-06:05

2 stops36h 30m

$2,245

San JoseCairns

SJC - CNS

SJCCNS

San Jose

Tue 4/11

06:00-11:00

2 stops35h 00m

Cairns

Sat 8/11

15:35-20:49

2 stops47h 14m

$4,485

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Cairns

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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 $1,502, 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 October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,670.

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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 September 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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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

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

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

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 23h 15m and 24h 58m, respectively.

Cheap California to Cairns flight deals and tips

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

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

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Best airlines flying from California to Cairns

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