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Cheap flights from Cairns to California from $522

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 4/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LAX
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,302

One-way from

$522

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,157
1/3-8/3
  • 1/3-8/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 40m total
  • Cairns to California
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 4/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 15m total
  • Cairns to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($258 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 January 2026.

Sun 1/306:00
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/323:35
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,302
Sun 1/306:00
CNS
-
SFO
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/323:05
SFO
-
CNS
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,402
Wed 6/518:15
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop44h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 19/821:50
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop26h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,526
Wed 6/517:40
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops36h 40m
Air New Zealand
Wed 19/822:10
LAX
-
CNS
2 stops32h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/1$1,568
Sat 28/212:35
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/321:25
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1$1,598
Wed 6/518:15
CNS
-
LAX
2 stops36h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/821:50
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,604
Wed 6/517:40
CNS
-
SFO
2 stops60h 15m
Air New Zealand
Wed 19/822:05
SFO
-
CNS
2 stops44h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/1$1,611
Sun 1/318:35
CNS
-
SFO
1 stop55h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 8/310:40
SFO
-
CNS
1 stop61h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,650
Wed 6/518:15
CNS
-
SFO
1 stop31h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 19/811:45
SFO
-
CNS
1 stop36h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,666
Wed 6/518:15
CNS
-
SFO
1 stop31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/816:55
SFO
-
CNS
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,708
Mon 19/112:35
CNS
-
LAX
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 23/121:25
LAX
-
CNS
1 stop24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,759
Sat 31/111:25
CNS
-
SFO
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/222:05
SFO
-
CNS
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,908

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Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 1/3

06:00-12:00

2 stops24h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/3

23:35-17:15

2 stops24h 40m

$1,302

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 1/3

06:00-12:25

2 stops24h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

23:05-17:15

2 stops25h 10m

$1,402

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 6/5

18:15-21:20

1 stop44h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 19/8

21:50-17:00

1 stop26h 10m

$1,526

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Wed 6/5

18:15-13:43

2 stops36h 28m

Los Angeles

Wed 19/8

21:50-17:00

1 stop26h 10m

$1,604

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sat 28/2

12:35-12:00

1 stop17h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/3

22:35-10:15

2 stops41h 40m

$1,633

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sun 1/3

18:35-07:50

1 stop55h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

10:40-17:20

1 stop61h 40m

$1,650

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 6/5

18:15-09:10

1 stop31h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 19/8

11:45-17:00

1 stop36h 15m

$1,666

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Wed 6/5

18:15-09:10

1 stop31h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 19/8

16:55-17:00

2 stops31h 05m

$1,708

CairnsLos Angeles

CNS - LAX

CNSLAX

Cairns

Sun 1/3

06:00-19:58

3 stops31h 58m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/3

20:05-16:50

2 stops27h 45m

$1,958

CairnsSan Francisco

CNS - SFO

CNSSFO

Cairns

Sat 31/1

06:00-11:05

2 stops23h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

16:20-14:05

3 stops27h 45m

$2,088

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to California

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $844). Flying from Cairns to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,598). 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 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 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Cairns to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
216 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
216 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
971 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
216 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 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 23h 05m. Fly via Singapore Airlines or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. There are 11296 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, 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.

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  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to California (average of $844). Flying from Cairns to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,598). 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 4 airlines flying from Cairns to California

Discover the top 4 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 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$957Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,244Average$1,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,412Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,522Average$1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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