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Cheap flights from North America to Cairns from $783

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CNS
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from North America to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North America to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,416

One-way from

$783
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 21/2-28/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 25m total
  • North America to Cairns
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16/3
  • 16/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 55m total
  • North America to Cairns
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Cheapest flights from North America to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North America to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 January 2026.

Sat 21/222:35LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 00mFiji Airways
Sat 28/212:35CNS - LAX
1 stop17h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/1$1,416
Sat 5/1221:50DFW - CNS
1 stop21h 45mFiji Airways
Sat 19/1212:35CNS - DFW
1 stop19h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/1$1,564
Sun 6/922:10LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
Sat 3/1006:00CNS - LAX
2 stops46h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$1,588
Sun 2/822:10LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 10/811:55CNS - LAX
1 stop18h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$1,592
Sat 1/823:55LAX - CNS
1 stop18h 45mFiji Airways
Mon 10/812:40CNS - LAX
1 stop17h 15mFiji Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,609
Fri 3/421:50LAX - CNS
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/412:00CNS - LAX
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,615
Fri 16/1022:10LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 24/1014:55CNS - LAX
1 stop18h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/1$1,616
Fri 22/523:30LAX - CNS
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/506:00CNS - LAX
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,618
Sun 2/822:10LAX - CNS
1 stop19h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 9/817:40CNS - LAX
2 stops36h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$1,622
Tue 28/722:10LAX - CNS
2 stops29h 50mAir New Zealand
Mon 10/811:55CNS - LAX
1 stop18h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$1,624
Fri 31/721:50LAX - CNS
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/806:00CNS - LAX
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,625
Sun 22/220:00SEA - CNS
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/306:00CNS - SEA
2 stops21h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,643

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North America to Cairns that are best for you.

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North America

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Cairns

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sat 21/2

22:35-11:35

1 stop19h 00m

Cairns

Sat 28/2

12:35-12:00

1 stop17h 25m

$1,416

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sun 22/2

19:05-11:00

2 stops21h 55m

Cairns

Sun 1/3

17:35-11:15

2 stops35h 40m

$1,592

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Fri 15/5

23:30-18:25

1 stop25h 55m

Cairns

Sun 24/5

19:10-06:00

1 stop27h 50m

$1,613

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sun 22/2

21:25-08:20

1 stop40h 55m

Cairns

Sun 1/3

06:40-12:30

1 stop23h 50m

$1,613

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Fri 3/4

21:50-11:50

1 stop21h 00m

Cairns

Fri 24/4

12:00-16:30

1 stop21h 30m

$1,615

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Fri 22/5

23:30-13:40

1 stop21h 10m

Cairns

Sun 31/5

06:00-16:30

1 stop27h 30m

$1,618

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Sun 22/2

20:50-14:05

1 stop23h 15m

Cairns

Sun 1/3

17:35-07:00

2 stops55h 25m

$1,680

DallasCairns

DFW - CNS

DFWCNS

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 24/2

22:59-23:05

2 stops32h 06m

Cairns

Tue 10/3

14:50-08:25

1 stop32h 35m

$1,680

Los AngelesCairns

LAX - CNS

LAXCNS

Los Angeles

Wed 28/1

22:50-10:45

1 stop41h 55m

Cairns

Sun 1/2

11:35-07:25

1 stop37h 50m

$1,721

DallasCairns

DFW - CNS

DFWCNS

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 21/2

21:50-11:35

1 stop21h 45m

Cairns

Sat 28/2

12:35-15:45

1 stop19h 10m

$1,725

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Everything you need to know about your flight from North America to Cairns

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from North America to Cairns?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Cairns (average of $563). Flying from North America to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,889). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 9 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways from North America to Cairns. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
216 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
216 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
216 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from North America?

    Cairns (CNS), located 4.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from North America to Cairns.

  • How long is the flight from North America to Cairns?

    For as low as $1,416, Fiji Airways can have you in Cairns from North America in 19h. The distance from North America to Cairns is about 11563 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from North America to Cairns?

    When deciding which route to take from North America to Cairns, consider San Francisco - Cairns, Los Angeles - Cairns or Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Cairns, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from North America to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on North America to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from North America to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from North America to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from North America to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North America to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from North America to Cairns?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Cairns (average of $563). Flying from North America to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,889). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from North America to Cairns

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$670Average$935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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