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Cheap flights from Cairns to California from $530

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 26/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 June 2026.

Thu 1/1012:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sat 17/1023:55
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop18h 45m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,035
Mon 7/912:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Thu 10/1222:35
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 15/6$1,046
Sat 29/812:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Tue 1/1222:35
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 15/6$1,063
Sat 29/812:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Thu 10/1222:35
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 15/6$1,193
Thu 10/912:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Thu 10/1222:35
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 10/6$1,225
Mon 28/1212:35
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Fiji Airways
Sat 16/122:35
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,312
Wed 29/706:50
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop40h 10m
Qantas Airways
Wed 5/821:30
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop20h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 13/6$1,314
Sat 29/812:40
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/1222:35
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops40h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/6$1,336
Tue 28/717:40
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops29h 20m
Qantas Airways
Tue 4/823:00
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops30h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,338
Tue 28/717:40
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/823:00
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,358
Wed 29/717:40
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/822:55
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6$1,360
Wed 15/717:40
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops29h 20m
Qantas Airways
Wed 22/721:30
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop19h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/6$1,371

Find flight deals from Cairns to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to California flight deals. Data was last updated 16 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,035

One-way from

$530

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,528
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 1/10-17/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 10m total
  • Cairns to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 26/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 25m total
  • Cairns to California
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 1/10

12:40-13:05

1 stop17h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 17/10

23:55-11:40

1 stop18h 45m

$1,035

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 28/7

17:40-06:00

2 stops29h 20m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

23:00-22:45

2 stops30h 45m

$1,338

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Tue 28/7

19:10-06:00

1 stop27h 50m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

23:00-18:25

1 stop26h 25m

$1,430

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 11/7

19:10-13:05

2 stops34h 55m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 25/7

23:55-22:25

2 stops29h 30m

$1,440

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 5/11

09:25-08:00

1 stop16h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 8/11

08:35-11:05

2 stops32h 30m

$1,450

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Thu 5/11

06:00-08:05

1 stop20h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 8/11

21:45-11:05

1 stop19h 20m

$1,492

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 30/8

11:20-17:05

1 stop22h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 1/12

21:45-22:40

1 stop30h 55m

$1,494

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 9/9

06:50-14:30

1 stop24h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 7/12

21:45-19:20

1 stop27h 35m

$1,494

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Mon 7/9

11:20-17:05

1 stop22h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 13/12

20:25-11:05

1 stop20h 40m

$1,494

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 30/8

13:55-17:05

1 stop20h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 28/11

22:50-10:45

1 stop41h 55m

$1,498

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to California

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $895). Flying from Cairns to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,457). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 16 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Cairns to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
244 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
244 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
244 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
244 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,047 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
244 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Cairns, you will be flying from Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 4.4 km from the centre of Cairns.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cairns to California in 16h 35m. Fly via Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 11563 km between Cairns and California. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cairns to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Cairns to California are Cairns - Los Angeles Los Angeles, Cairns - San Francisco and Cairns - Long Beach Municipal.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to California 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 Cairns to California?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $895). Flying from Cairns to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,457). 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 3 airlines flying from Cairns to California

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$895Average$1,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,091Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,176Average$1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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