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Cheap flights from North America to Cairns from $779

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from North America to Cairns departing on 1/9. 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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23:55 - 22:25LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
29h 30m2 stops Nadi Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:10 - 13:05CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
34h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Nadi
$1,444Multiple Airlines
Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
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21:30 - 15:00LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
24h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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15:45 - 17:05CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
18h 20m1 stop Brisbane
$1,518American Airlines
Tue, 25 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep
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21:30 - 15:00LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
24h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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15:45 - 17:05CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
18h 20m1 stop Brisbane
$1,519American Airlines
Tue, 25 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep
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23:30 - 12:55LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
20h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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13:55 - 17:05CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
20h 10m1 stop Brisbane
$1,526American Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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21:30 - 15:00LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
24h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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10:15 - 14:30CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
21h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,532Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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23:55 - 22:25LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
29h 30m2 stops Nadi Sydney Kingsford Smith
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09:40 - 13:05CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
44h 25m3 stops Coolangatta Gold Coast Sydney Kingsford Smith Nadi
$1,627Multiple Airlines
Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
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19:10 - 22:40LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
33h 30m2 stops Auckland Intl Brisbane
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06:00 - 10:05CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
22h 05m2 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl
$1,634Air New Zealand
Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb
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23:10 - 09:05SFO  San Francisco-CNS Cairns
40h 55m2 stops Nadi Coolangatta Gold Coast
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12:40 - 13:40CNS  Cairns-SFO San Francisco
18h 00m1 stop Nadi
$1,647Multiple Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
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20:25 - 10:15LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
19h 50m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:00 - 13:05CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
24h 05m2 stops Brisbane Nadi
$1,654Multiple Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Thu, 1 Apr
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23:30 - 16:55LAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-CNS Cairns
24h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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06:45 - 14:30CNS  Cairns-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
24h 45m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,664Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

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Air New Zealand flights from North America to Cairns

Our best Air New Zealand deals on North America to Cairns flight tickets
Air New Zealand
1 Feb
LAX19:10Los Angeles Los Angeles
33h 30m
2 stops
CNS22:40Cairns
13 Feb
CNS06:00Cairns
22h 05m
2 stops
LAX10:05Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,634
Air New Zealand
1 Sept
SFO22:05San Francisco
19h 40m
1 stop
CNS10:45Cairns
7 Sept
CNS17:40Cairns
36h 15m
2 stops
SFO12:55San Francisco
$2,261
Air New Zealand
1 Nov
DFW12:10Dallas/Fort Worth
36h 40m
3 stops
CNS16:50Cairns
1 Apr
CNS06:00Cairns
32h 03m
3 stops
DFW23:03Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,292

Air Canada flights from North America to Cairns

Our best Air Canada deals on North America to Cairns flight tickets
Air Canada
1 Feb
LAX07:20Los Angeles Los Angeles
37h 35m
2 stops
CNS14:55Cairns
13 Feb
CNS06:00Cairns
34h 31m
2 stops
LAX22:31Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,732
Air Canada
1 Nov
EWR18:15Newark
28h 45m
2 stops
CNS14:00Cairns
1 Apr
CNS06:00Cairns
24h 55m
2 stops
EWR16:55Newark
$1,892
Air Canada
10 Nov
LGA18:55New York LaGuardia
53h 00m
3 stops
CNS14:55Cairns
26 Nov
CNS17:35Cairns
56h 23m
3 stops
LGA10:58New York LaGuardia
$1,921

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Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 19/9

23:55-22:25

2 stops29h 30m

Cairns

Sat 26/9

19:10-13:05

2 stops34h 55m

$1,444

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 25/8

21:30-15:00

1 stop24h 30m

Cairns

Mon 7/9

15:45-17:05

1 stop18h 20m

$1,518

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 25/8

21:30-15:00

1 stop24h 30m

Cairns

Mon 7/9

15:45-17:05

1 stop18h 20m

$1,519
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

13:55-17:05

1 stop20h 10m

$1,526

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

21:30-15:00

1 stop24h 30m

Cairns

Wed 16/9

10:15-14:30

1 stop21h 15m

$1,532

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 19/9

23:55-22:25

2 stops29h 30m

Cairns

Sat 26/9

09:40-13:05

3 stops44h 25m

$1,627

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 1/2

19:10-22:40

2 stops33h 30m

Cairns

Sat 13/2

06:00-10:05

2 stops22h 05m

$1,634

San FranciscoCairns

SFO San Francisco - CNS Cairns

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 10/10

23:10-09:05

2 stops40h 55m

Cairns

Sat 17/10

12:40-13:40

1 stop18h 00m

$1,647

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 1/11

20:25-10:15

1 stop19h 50m

Cairns

Thu 1/4

06:00-13:05

2 stops24h 05m

$1,654

Los AngelesCairns

LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles - CNS Cairns

LAXCNS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

23:30-16:55

2 stops24h 25m

Cairns

Wed 16/9

06:45-14:30

1 stop24h 45m

$1,664

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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 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 North America during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,094.

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

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a North America to Cairns flight.

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Fastest flight time

16h 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from North America to Cairns takes 16h 45m
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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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 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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