How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 19h and 24h 10m, respectively.

How often are flights from the United States to Cairns delayed?

Historically, on average around 27% of flights between United States and Cairns have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 280 minutes.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to Cairns?

Qantas Airways, American Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Cairns

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Cairns flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Cairns flights?

According to our data, China Southern have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Cairns Airport?

Prices for flights from United States to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Cairns Airport?

There is 1 operator available for flights from United States to Cairns Airport as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Cairns Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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LAX

CNS

19h 00m1 stop

12:35 - 12:00

CNS

LAX

17h 25m1 stop

$1,396Fiji Airways

Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

22:35 - 17:15

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CNS

24h 40m2 stops

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24h 00m2 stops

$1,446Multiple Airlines

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21:30 - 21:00

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CNS

29h 30m1 stop

11:45 - 07:00

CNS

LAX

37h 15m2 stops

$1,516Qantas Airways

Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb

21:50 - 11:50

LAX

CNS

21h 00m1 stop

15:35 - 16:30

CNS

LAX

17h 55m1 stop

$1,570Qantas Airways

Thu, 30 Apr - Sat, 9 May

11:25 - 09:55

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CNS

28h 30m1 stop

11:25 - 16:20

CNS

SFO

22h 55m1 stop

$1,642Cathay Pacific

Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb

16:30 - 11:00

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CNS

27h 30m2 stops

15:35 - 07:58

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JFK

31h 23m2 stops

$1,935American Airlines

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15:30 - 11:00

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CNS

28h 30m2 stops

15:35 - 08:59

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JFK

32h 24m2 stops

$1,943American Airlines

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22:05 - 21:00

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CNS

29h 55m2 stops

15:35 - 12:55

CNS

SFO

38h 20m2 stops

$1,955Air New Zealand

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22:05 - 21:00

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CNS

29h 55m2 stops

17:40 - 12:55

CNS

SFO

36h 15m2 stops

$1,956Air New Zealand

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13:40 - 09:55

JFK

CNS

29h 15m1 stop

11:25 - 05:45

CNS

JFK

33h 20m1 stop

$2,015Cathay Pacific

Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb

Fiji Airways flights from United States to Cairns

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Fiji Airways

24 Jan

LAX22:35Los Angeles

19h 00m

1 stop

CNS11:35Cairns

31 Jan

CNS12:35Cairns

17h 25m

1 stop

LAX12:00Los Angeles

$1,396

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20 Dec

SFO21:45San Francisco

19h 50m

1 stop

CNS11:35Cairns

3 Jan

CNS12:35Cairns

18h 15m

1 stop

SFO12:50San Francisco

$6,117

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20 Dec

SFO11:03San Francisco

30h 32m

2 stops

CNS11:35Cairns

3 Jan

CNS12:35Cairns

18h 15m

1 stop

SFO12:50San Francisco

$6,120

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4 May

LAX22:35Los Angeles

21h 25m

1 stop

CNS13:00Cairns

13 May

CNS06:00Cairns

20h 57m

2 stops

LAX09:57Los Angeles

$1,938

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19 Feb

LAX22:35Los Angeles

22h 20m

1 stop

CNS14:55Cairns

23 Feb

CNS06:00Cairns

26h 58m

2 stops

LAX14:58Los Angeles

$1,953

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19 Feb

LAX13:25Los Angeles

30h 35m

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CNS14:00Cairns

23 Feb

CNS06:00Cairns

22h 08m

2 stops

LAX10:08Los Angeles

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22:35-11:35

1 stop19h 00m

Cairns

Sat 31/1

12:35-12:00

1 stop17h 25m

$1,396

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LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sun 25/1

22:35-17:15

2 stops24h 40m

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06:00-12:00

2 stops24h 00m

$1,446

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LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Tue 27/1

21:30-21:00

1 stop29h 30m

Cairns

Tue 3/2

11:45-07:00

2 stops37h 15m

$1,516

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LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Thu 30/4

21:50-11:50

1 stop21h 00m

Cairns

Sat 9/5

15:35-16:30

1 stop17h 55m

$1,570

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SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Tue 27/1

11:25-09:55

1 stop28h 30m

Cairns

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11:25-16:20

1 stop22h 55m

$1,642

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JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 27/1

16:30-11:00

2 stops27h 30m

Cairns

Tue 3/2

15:35-07:58

2 stops31h 23m

$1,935

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JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 28/1

15:30-11:00

2 stops28h 30m

Cairns

Thu 12/2

15:35-08:59

2 stops32h 24m

$1,943

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

22:05-21:00

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Mon 18/5

15:35-12:55

2 stops38h 20m

$1,955

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SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

22:05-21:00

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Mon 18/5

17:40-12:55

2 stops36h 15m

$1,956

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 27/1

13:40-09:55

1 stop29h 15m

Cairns

Tue 3/2

11:25-05:45

1 stop33h 20m

$2,015

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from United States is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,488, 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 United States during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,528.

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There is 1 operator available for flights from United States to Cairns Airport as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a United States to Cairns flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to Cairns?

Qantas Airways, American Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Cairns

How often are flights from the United States to Cairns delayed?

Historically, on average around 27% of flights between United States and Cairns have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 280 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Cairns flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Cairns flights?

According to our data, China Southern have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 19h and 24h 10m, respectively.

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