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Cheap flights from California to Cairns from $500

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 29/10. 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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Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 11:40
LAX
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CNS
48h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 - 13:05
CNS
-
LAX
17h 25m
1 stop
$1,448Multiple Airlines
Wed, 22 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:30 - 08:30
LAX
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CNS
42h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 - 13:05
CNS
-
LAX
17h 25m
1 stop
$1,498Multiple Airlines
Fri, 24 Jul - Sat, 1 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:39 - 11:40
LAX
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CNS
33h 01m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 - 13:05
CNS
-
LAX
17h 25m
1 stop
$1,511Multiple Airlines
Tue, 21 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug
Air New Zealand Logo
22:05 - 10:45
SFO
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CNS
19h 40m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 12:55
CNS
-
SFO
23h 55m
2 stops
$1,853Air New Zealand
Sun, 2 Aug - Tue, 8 Sep
Air New Zealand Logo
22:05 - 08:40
SFO
-
CNS
41h 35m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 12:55
CNS
-
SFO
23h 55m
2 stops
$1,903Air New Zealand
Sun, 2 Aug - Tue, 8 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
17:30 - 14:10
STS
-
CNS
26h 40m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 21:34
CNS
-
STS
33h 34m
2 stops
$2,090Qantas Airways
Sat, 14 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
17:30 - 14:10
STS
-
CNS
26h 40m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 21:34
CNS
-
STS
33h 34m
2 stops
$2,093Qantas Airways
Sat, 14 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Air Canada Logo
12:15 - 11:10
SFO
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CNS
29h 55m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 10:20
CNS
-
SFO
21h 20m
2 stops
$2,150Air Canada
Tue, 28 Jul - Tue, 8 Sep
United Airlines Logo
13:50 - 20:20
ONT
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CNS
37h 30m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 15:29
CNS
-
ONT
26h 29m
2 stops
$2,246United Airlines
Wed, 8 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
United Airlines Logo
13:50 - 11:10
ONT
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CNS
28h 20m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 12:12
CNS
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ONT
23h 12m
2 stops
$2,279United Airlines
Mon, 20 Jul - Tue, 4 Aug

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Singapore Airlines flights from California to Cairns

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Singapore Airlines
1 Aug
SFO11:45San Francisco
36h 15m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
8 Sept
CNS18:15Cairns
32h 35m
1 stop
SFO09:50San Francisco
$5,070
Singapore Airlines
1 July
SFO22:25San Francisco
25h 35m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
4 Aug
CNS18:15Cairns
43h 20m
1 stop
SFO20:35San Francisco
$13,005
Singapore Airlines
1 July
SFO22:25San Francisco
25h 35m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
4 Aug
CNS18:15Cairns
43h 20m
1 stop
SFO20:35San Francisco
$14,015

Qantas Airways flights from California to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on California to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
24 July
LAX21:30Los Angeles Los Angeles
20h 05m
1 stop
CNS10:35Cairns
7 Aug
CNS15:45Cairns
18h 20m
1 stop
LAX17:05Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,716
Qantas Airways
29 Aug
LAX21:30Los Angeles Los Angeles
32h 15m
1 stop
CNS22:45Cairns
12 Sept
CNS06:50Cairns
40h 10m
1 stop
LAX06:00Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,799
Qantas Airways
5 July
LAX21:30Los Angeles Los Angeles
24h 30m
1 stop
CNS15:00Cairns
27 July
CNS09:25Cairns
24h 40m
1 stop
LAX17:05Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,802

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Customise your flight search to find flights from California to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 28 June 2026.
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Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 22/7

18:25-11:40

2 stops48h 15m

Cairns

Mon 3/8

12:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

$1,448

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 24/7

21:30-08:30

1 stop42h 00m

Cairns

Sat 1/8

12:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

$1,498

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 21/7

09:39-11:40

2 stops33h 01m

Cairns

Mon 3/8

12:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

$1,511
Fastest return journey

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 2/8

22:05-10:45

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Tue 8/9

06:00-12:55

2 stops23h 55m

$1,853

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 2/8

22:05-08:40

2 stops41h 35m

Cairns

Tue 8/9

06:00-12:55

2 stops23h 55m

$1,903

Santa RosaCairns

STS - CNS

STSCNS

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Sat 14/11

17:30-14:10

2 stops26h 40m

Cairns

Wed 18/11

06:00-21:34

2 stops33h 34m

$2,090

Santa RosaCairns

STS - CNS

STSCNS

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Sat 14/11

17:30-14:10

2 stops26h 40m

Cairns

Wed 18/11

06:00-21:34

2 stops33h 34m

$2,093

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 28/7

12:15-11:10

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Tue 8/9

06:00-10:20

2 stops21h 20m

$2,150

OntarioCairns

ONT - CNS

ONTCNS

Ontario

Wed 8/7

13:50-20:20

2 stops37h 30m

Cairns

Tue 28/7

06:00-15:29

2 stops26h 29m

$2,246

OntarioCairns

ONT - CNS

ONTCNS

Ontario

Mon 20/7

13:50-11:10

2 stops28h 20m

Cairns

Tue 4/8

06:00-12:12

2 stops23h 12m

$2,279

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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 March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $535.

Can stopping save me money on California to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 62% 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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Can I find flights from California to Cairns with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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