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 18h 45m and 24h 42m, respectively.

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

Historically, on average around 29% 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 293 minutes.

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 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and American 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 in the morning 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. Wednesday 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.

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There is 1 operator available for flights from United States to Cairns Airport as of March 2026.

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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23:55 - 11:40

LAX

CNS

18h 45m

1 stop

12:40 - 13:05

CNS

LAX

17h 25m

1 stop

$989Fiji Airways

Thu, 23 Apr - Thu, 7 May

23:55 - 11:40

LAX

CNS

18h 45m

1 stop

12:40 - 13:05

CNS

LAX

17h 25m

1 stop

$1,021Fiji Airways

Sat, 29 Aug - Sat, 12 Sep

23:55 - 22:45

LAX

CNS

29h 50m

2 stops

12:40 - 13:05

CNS

LAX

17h 25m

1 stop

$1,481Multiple Airlines

Sat, 9 May - Sat, 16 May

22:35 - 18:25

SFO

CNS

26h 50m

2 stops

06:45 - 13:55

CNS

SFO

24h 10m

2 stops

$1,493Multiple Airlines

Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 6 May

13:40 - 11:50

SFO

CNS

29h 10m

2 stops

15:45 - 23:51

CNS

SFO

25h 06m

2 stops

$1,934Qantas Airways

Mon, 11 May - Mon, 18 May

18:45 - 10:35

SFO

CNS

22h 50m

2 stops

11:20 - 22:49

CNS

SFO

28h 29m

2 stops

$1,947Qantas Airways

Sat, 2 May - Sat, 9 May

22:05 - 10:45

SFO

CNS

19h 40m

1 stop

17:40 - 12:55

CNS

SFO

36h 15m

2 stops

$1,992Air New Zealand

Sun, 16 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug

22:05 - 16:55

SFO

CNS

25h 50m

2 stops

15:45 - 12:55

CNS

SFO

38h 10m

2 stops

$2,023Air New Zealand

Mon, 11 May - Mon, 18 May

22:00 - 23:20

BOS

CNS

35h 20m

2 stops

16:55 - 15:15

CNS

BOS

36h 20m

2 stops

$2,151Qatar Airways

Mon, 7 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

22:00 - 23:20

BOS

CNS

35h 20m

2 stops

16:55 - 15:15

CNS

BOS

36h 20m

2 stops

$2,152Qatar Airways

Mon, 7 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

United Airlines flights from United States to Cairns

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United Airlines

22 Aug

DFW15:28Dallas/Fort Worth

33h 27m

2 stops

CNS15:55Cairns

26 Aug

CNS06:00Cairns

25h 00m

2 stops

DFW16:00Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,235

United Airlines

22 Aug

DFW17:38Dallas/Fort Worth

50h 32m

3 stops

CNS11:10Cairns

26 Aug

CNS06:00Cairns

25h 00m

2 stops

DFW16:00Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,255

United Airlines

22 Aug

DFW17:38Dallas/Fort Worth

50h 32m

3 stops

CNS11:10Cairns

26 Aug

CNS06:00Cairns

25h 00m

2 stops

DFW16:00Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,340

Fiji Airways flights from United States to Cairns

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Fiji Airways

23 Apr

LAX23:55Los Angeles

18h 45m

1 stop

CNS11:40Cairns

7 May

CNS12:40Cairns

17h 25m

1 stop

LAX13:05Los Angeles

$989

Fiji Airways

29 Aug

LAX23:55Los Angeles

18h 45m

1 stop

CNS11:40Cairns

12 Sept

CNS12:40Cairns

17h 25m

1 stop

LAX13:05Los Angeles

$1,021

Fiji Airways

28 July

LAX23:55Los Angeles

18h 45m

1 stop

CNS11:40Cairns

8 Aug

CNS12:40Cairns

17h 25m

1 stop

LAX13:05Los Angeles

$1,061

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Thu 23/4

23:55-11:40

1 stop18h 45m

Cairns

Thu 7/5

12:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

$989

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LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sat 29/8

23:55-11:40

1 stop18h 45m

Cairns

Sat 12/9

12:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

$1,021

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sat 9/5

23:55-22:45

2 stops29h 50m

Cairns

Sat 16/5

12:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

$1,481

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SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Wed 22/4

22:35-18:25

2 stops26h 50m

Cairns

Wed 6/5

06:45-13:55

2 stops24h 10m

$1,493

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SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

13:40-11:50

2 stops29h 10m

Cairns

Mon 18/5

15:45-23:51

2 stops25h 06m

$1,934

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

18:45-10:35

2 stops22h 50m

Cairns

Sat 9/5

11:20-22:49

2 stops28h 29m

$1,947

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Sun 16/8

22:05-10:45

1 stop19h 40m

Cairns

Sun 23/8

17:40-12:55

2 stops36h 15m

$1,992

San FranciscoCairns

SFO - CNS

SFOCNS

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

22:05-16:55

2 stops25h 50m

Cairns

Mon 18/5

15:45-12:55

2 stops38h 10m

$2,023

BostonCairns

BOS - CNS

BOSCNS

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 7/9

22:00-23:20

2 stops35h 20m

Cairns

Thu 17/9

16:55-15:15

2 stops36h 20m

$2,151

BostonCairns

BOS - CNS

BOSCNS

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 7/9

22:00-23:20

2 stops35h 20m

Cairns

Thu 17/9

16:55-15:15

2 stops36h 20m

$2,152

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