What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Cairns?

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

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

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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

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

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Cairns Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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18:10 - 17:15LAX-CNS

29h 05m2 stops

06:00 - 11:48CNS-LAX

23h 48m2 stops

$1,468

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Sun, 16 Nov - Fri, 21 Nov

18:10 - 17:15LAX-CNS

29h 05m2 stops

06:00 - 13:24CNS-LAX

25h 24m2 stops

$1,563

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Thu, 20 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov

10:55 - 16:40LAX-CNS

35h 45m2 stops

12:35 - 11:50CNS-LAX

17h 15m1 stop

$1,650

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Thu, 20 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov

21:10 - 22:50LAX-CNS

32h 40m2 stops

06:00 - 12:15CNS-LAX

23h 15m2 stops

$1,662Air New Zealand

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Wed, 22 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct

06:00 - 04:25LAX-CNS

29h 25m2 stops

19:00 - 12:55CNS-LAX

34h 55m2 stops

$1,705

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Mon, 8 Sep - Mon, 15 Sep

21:10 - 16:40LAX-CNS

26h 30m2 stops

15:35 - 13:20CNS-LAX

38h 45m2 stops

$1,728Air New Zealand

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Mon, 8 Sep - Mon, 15 Sep

10:55 - 10:30LAX-CNS

29h 35m1 stop

12:00 - 13:20CNS-LAX

43h 20m1 stop

$1,949Cathay Pacific

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Tue, 6 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

21:25 - 11:50LAX-CNS

20h 25m1 stop

15:35 - 06:30CNS-LAX

32h 55m1 stop

$2,082American Airlines

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Sat, 13 Dec - Sat, 20 Dec

21:25 - 11:50LAX-CNS

20h 25m1 stop

09:20 - 14:15CNS-LAX

22h 55m1 stop

$2,194Qantas Airways

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Sun, 16 Nov - Fri, 21 Nov

00:30 - 10:35LAX-CNS

41h 05m2 stops

11:35 - 10:05CNS-LAX

39h 30m2 stops

$2,336Cathay Pacific

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Tue, 21 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct

Air New Zealand flights from Los Angeles to Cairns

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Los Angeles to Cairns flight tickets

Air New Zealand

22 Oct

LAX21:10Los Angeles

32h 40m

2 stops

CNS22:50Cairns

29 Oct

CNS06:00Cairns

23h 15m

2 stops

LAX12:15Los Angeles

$1,662

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Air New Zealand

8 Sept

LAX21:10Los Angeles

26h 30m

2 stops

CNS16:40Cairns

15 Sept

CNS15:35Cairns

38h 45m

2 stops

LAX13:20Los Angeles

$1,728

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Air New Zealand

22 Nov

LAX20:10Los Angeles

26h 40m

2 stops

CNS16:50Cairns

25 Dec

CNS15:35Cairns

37h 05m

2 stops

LAX10:40Los Angeles

$1,811

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Cathay Pacific flights from Los Angeles to Cairns

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Cathay Pacific

6 Jan

LAX10:55Los Angeles

29h 35m

1 stop

CNS10:30Cairns

31 Jan

CNS12:00Cairns

43h 20m

1 stop

LAX13:20Los Angeles

$1,949

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Cathay Pacific

21 Oct

LAX00:30Los Angeles

41h 05m

2 stops

CNS10:35Cairns

29 Oct

CNS11:35Cairns

39h 30m

2 stops

LAX10:05Los Angeles

$2,336

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Cathay Pacific

7 Sept

LAX00:25Los Angeles

42h 10m

2 stops

CNS11:35Cairns

15 Sept

CNS17:35Cairns

45h 30m

2 stops

LAX22:05Los Angeles

$2,343

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Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sun 16/11

18:10-17:15

2 stops29h 05m

Cairns

Fri 21/11

06:00-11:48

2 stops23h 48m

$1,468

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Thu 20/11

18:10-17:15

2 stops29h 05m

Cairns

Thu 27/11

06:00-13:24

2 stops25h 24m

$1,563

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Thu 20/11

10:55-16:40

2 stops35h 45m

Cairns

Thu 27/11

12:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

$1,650

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Wed 22/10

21:10-22:50

2 stops32h 40m

Cairns

Wed 29/10

06:00-12:15

2 stops23h 15m

$1,662

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Mon 8/9

06:00-04:25

2 stops29h 25m

Cairns

Mon 15/9

19:00-12:55

2 stops34h 55m

$1,705

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Mon 8/9

21:10-16:40

2 stops26h 30m

Cairns

Mon 15/9

15:35-13:20

2 stops38h 45m

$1,728

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Tue 6/1

10:55-10:30

1 stop29h 35m

Cairns

Sat 31/1

12:00-13:20

1 stop43h 20m

$1,949

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sat 13/12

21:25-11:50

1 stop20h 25m

Cairns

Sat 20/12

15:35-06:30

1 stop32h 55m

$2,082

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sun 16/11

21:25-11:50

1 stop20h 25m

Cairns

Fri 21/11

09:20-14:15

1 stop22h 55m

$2,194

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Tue 21/10

00:30-10:35

2 stops41h 05m

Cairns

Wed 29/10

11:35-10:05

2 stops39h 30m

$2,336

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to Cairns

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,704.

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Los Angeles to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap Los Angeles to Cairns (LAX to CNS) flight deals and tips

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

Best price found	$896
Fastest flight time	18h 40m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Cairns	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cairns from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is $896. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,468.

The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Cairns takes 18h 40m

There are no direct flights from Los Angeles to Cairns. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Los Angeles Airport - Cairns Airport.

There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

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How far is Los Angeles to Cairns by plane?
There are 11574.0 km between Los Angeles and Cairns. 18h 45m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cairns Airport?
As of August 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cairns Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Cairns Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Cairns?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Los Angeles to Cairns is Fiji Airways (100% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from Los Angeles 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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Mission Beach

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