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Cheap flights from California to Cairns from $777

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from California to Cairns departing on 30/11. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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22:35 - 16:40LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
24h 05m2 stops Nadi Brisbane
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06:00 - 12:00CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
24h 00m2 stops Brisbane Nadi
$1,477Multiple Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 1 Feb
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21:45 - 14:55LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
23h 10m1 stop Brisbane
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09:15 - 08:05CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
16h 50m1 stop Brisbane
$1,513American Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 1 Feb
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23:30 - 12:55LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
20h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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15:45 - 17:05CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
18h 20m1 stop Brisbane
$1,522American Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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21:45 - 17:15LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
25h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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06:00 - 12:00CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
24h 00m2 stops Brisbane Nadi
$1,542Multiple Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 1 Feb
American Airlines Logo
21:45 - 14:55LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
23h 10m1 stop Brisbane
American Airlines Logo
09:15 - 08:05CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
16h 50m1 stop Brisbane
$1,584American Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb
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23:10 - 11:40SFO  San Francisco-CNS Cairns
19h 30m1 stop Nadi
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12:40 - 18:23CNS  Cairns-SFO San Francisco
22h 43m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,631Multiple Airlines
Sat, 19 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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22:35 - 14:55LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
22h 20m2 stops Nadi Brisbane
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12:35 - 12:00CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
17h 25m1 stop Nadi
$1,649Multiple Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb
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23:10 - 16:10LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
24h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 - 13:05CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
17h 25m1 stop Nadi
$1,652Multiple Airlines
Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
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23:30 - 12:55LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
20h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:45 - 14:30CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
24h 45m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,658Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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22:40 - 14:55LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
22h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:00 - 12:01CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
24h 01m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco
$1,666United Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

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Qatar Airways flights from California to Cairns

Our best Qatar Airways deals on California to Cairns flight tickets
Qatar Airways
29 Oct
SFO16:00San Francisco
50h 00m
2 stops
CNS11:00Cairns
2 Nov
CNS17:25Cairns
37h 15m
2 stops
SFO12:40San Francisco
$2,772
Qatar Airways
28 Aug
SFO13:41San Francisco
51h 09m
3 stops
CNS09:50Cairns
10 Sept
CNS19:15Cairns
59h 20m
2 stops
SFO13:35San Francisco
$3,314
Qatar Airways
28 Aug
SFO13:41San Francisco
51h 09m
3 stops
CNS09:50Cairns
10 Sept
CNS12:10Cairns
46h 50m
3 stops
SFO18:00San Francisco
$4,207

American Airlines flights from California to Cairns

Our best American Airlines deals on California to Cairns flight tickets
American Airlines
30 Nov
LAX21:45Los Angeles Los Angeles
23h 10m
1 stop
CNS14:55Cairns
1 Feb
CNS09:15Cairns
16h 50m
1 stop
LAX08:05Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,513
American Airlines
9 Sept
LAX23:30Los Angeles Los Angeles
20h 25m
1 stop
CNS12:55Cairns
16 Sept
CNS15:45Cairns
18h 20m
1 stop
LAX17:05Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,522
American Airlines
1 Feb
LAX21:45Los Angeles Los Angeles
23h 10m
1 stop
CNS14:55Cairns
13 Feb
CNS09:15Cairns
16h 50m
1 stop
LAX08:05Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,584

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Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 30/11

22:35-16:40

2 stops24h 05m

Cairns

Mon 1/2

06:00-12:00

2 stops24h 00m

$1,477

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 30/11

21:45-14:55

1 stop23h 10m

Cairns

Mon 1/2

09:15-08:05

1 stop16h 50m

$1,513
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

23:30-12:55

1 stop20h 25m

Cairns

Wed 16/9

15:45-17:05

1 stop18h 20m

$1,522

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 30/11

21:45-17:15

1 stop25h 30m

Cairns

Mon 1/2

06:00-12:00

2 stops24h 00m

$1,542

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 1/2

21:45-14:55

1 stop23h 10m

Cairns

Sat 13/2

09:15-08:05

1 stop16h 50m

$1,584

San FranciscoCairns

SFO San Francisco - CNS Cairns

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 19/9

23:10-11:40

1 stop19h 30m

Cairns

Mon 28/9

12:40-18:23

2 stops22h 43m

$1,631

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 1/2

22:35-14:55

2 stops22h 20m

Cairns

Sat 13/2

12:35-12:00

1 stop17h 25m

$1,649

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 28/9

23:10-16:10

2 stops24h 00m

Cairns

Mon 5/10

12:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

$1,652

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

23:30-12:55

1 stop20h 25m

Cairns

Wed 16/9

06:45-14:30

1 stop24h 45m

$1,658

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 11/11

22:40-14:55

1 stop22h 15m

Cairns

Sun 15/11

06:00-12:01

2 stops24h 01m

$1,666

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from California is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of February, then departing from California during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,089.

Can stopping save me money on California to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Cairns flight.

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Fastest flight time

18h 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from California to Cairns takes 18h 45m
There are no direct flights from California to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from California to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Cairns

  • 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 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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