What is the cheapest airline that flies from North America to Cairns?

Qantas Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Fiji Airways are the most popular carriers operating from North America to Cairns

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

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

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

As of January 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from North America to Cairns Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from North America 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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22:35 - 17:15

LAX

CNS

24h 40m2 stops

06:00 - 12:00

CNS

LAX

24h 00m2 stops

$1,334Multiple Airlines

Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb

22:35 - 11:35

LAX

CNS

19h 00m1 stop

12:35 - 12:00

CNS

LAX

17h 25m1 stop

$1,391Fiji Airways

Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 26 Feb

23:55 - 18:25

LAX

CNS

25h 30m2 stops

06:45 - 12:55

CNS

LAX

23h 10m2 stops

$1,482Multiple Airlines

Fri, 15 May - Sun, 24 May

20:50 - 16:50

LAX

CNS

26h 00m1 stop

14:50 - 07:00

CNS

LAX

34h 10m2 stops

$1,533Qantas Airways

Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 26 Feb

22:59 - 23:05

DFW

CNS

32h 06m2 stops

15:35 - 08:25

CNS

DFW

31h 50m1 stop

$1,683Qantas Airways

Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar

12:15 - 15:55

SFO

CNS

34h 40m2 stops

06:00 - 10:20

CNS

SFO

21h 20m2 stops

$1,790Air Canada

Mon, 11 May - Mon, 18 May

22:55 - 09:55

SFO

CNS

41h 00m1 stop

11:25 - 21:15

CNS

SFO

27h 50m1 stop

$1,841Cathay Pacific

Sat, 14 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

20:59 - 10:45

SFO

CNS

44h 46m2 stops

11:50 - 12:55

CNS

SFO

42h 05m2 stops

$1,893Air New Zealand

Sat, 2 May - Sat, 9 May

22:05 - 10:45

SFO

CNS

19h 40m1 stop

15:35 - 12:55

CNS

SFO

38h 20m2 stops

$1,993Air New Zealand

Sun, 12 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr

09:51 - 14:55

DEN

CNS

36h 04m3 stops

06:00 - 12:37

CNS

DEN

22h 37m2 stops

$2,159Air Canada

Tue, 3 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

Qantas Airways flights from North America to Cairns

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Qantas Airways

3 Feb

LAX23:45Los Angeles

29h 20m

2 stops

CNS23:05Cairns

10 Feb

CNS15:35Cairns

16h 55m

1 stop

LAX14:30Los Angeles

$1,511

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Qantas Airways

19 Feb

LAX20:50Los Angeles

26h 00m

1 stop

CNS16:50Cairns

26 Feb

CNS14:50Cairns

34h 10m

2 stops

LAX07:00Los Angeles

$1,533

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Qantas Airways

24 Feb

DFW22:59Dallas/Fort Worth

32h 06m

2 stops

CNS23:05Cairns

10 Mar

CNS15:35Cairns

31h 50m

1 stop

DFW08:25Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,683

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Air Canada flights from North America to Cairns

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Air Canada

11 May

SFO16:35San Francisco

30h 20m

2 stops

CNS15:55Cairns

18 May

CNS06:00Cairns

21h 20m

2 stops

SFO10:20San Francisco

$1,790

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Air Canada

7 Mar

SFO11:06San Francisco

33h 49m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

11 Mar

CNS06:00Cairns

28h 30m

2 stops

SFO17:30San Francisco

$2,061

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Air Canada

7 Mar

SFO18:52San Francisco

26h 03m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

20 Mar

CNS06:00Cairns

26h 35m

2 stops

SFO15:35San Francisco

$2,135

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Price

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Fri 30/1

22:35-17:15

2 stops24h 40m

Cairns

Sun 8/2

06:00-12:00

2 stops24h 00m

$1,334

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Thu 19/2

22:35-11:35

1 stop19h 00m

Cairns

Thu 26/2

12:35-12:00

1 stop17h 25m

$1,391

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Fri 15/5

23:55-18:25

2 stops25h 30m

Cairns

Sun 24/5

06:45-12:55

2 stops23h 10m

$1,482

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Thu 19/2

20:50-16:50

1 stop26h 00m

Cairns

Thu 26/2

14:50-07:00

2 stops34h 10m

$1,533

DallasCairns

DFW - CNS

DFWCNS

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 24/2

22:59-23:05

2 stops32h 06m

Cairns

Tue 10/3

15:35-08:25

1 stop31h 50m

$1,683

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

12:15-15:55

2 stops34h 40m

Cairns

Mon 18/5

06:00-10:20

2 stops21h 20m

$1,790

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 14/2

22:55-09:55

1 stop41h 00m

Cairns

Tue 24/2

11:25-21:15

1 stop27h 50m

$1,841

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

20:59-10:45

2 stops44h 46m

Cairns

Sat 9/5

11:50-12:55

2 stops42h 05m

$1,893

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 12/4

22:05-10:45

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Sat 18/4

15:35-12:55

2 stops38h 20m

$1,993

DenverCairns

DEN - CNS

DENCNS

Denver Intl

Tue 3/3

09:51-14:55

3 stops36h 04m

Cairns

Thu 12/3

06:00-12:37

2 stops22h 37m

$2,159

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from North America is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,302, 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 North America during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,438.

Can stopping save me money on North America to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a North America to Cairns flight.

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Fastest flight time	19h 00m
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The fastest flight from North America to Cairns takes 19h 00m

There are no direct flights from North America to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from North America to Cairns.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from North America to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from North America to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from North America to Cairns Airport?
As of January 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from North America to Cairns Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from North America to Cairns Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from North America 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.

Best airlines flying from North America to Cairns

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $670	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 216 reviews		Search Fiji Airways flights

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